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Garlic Herb Chicken & Mashed Potatoes Plate

A comforting classic meal combining savory garlic, fresh herbs, and tender chicken with creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Preparation
  • 4 pieces chicken drumsticks Look for plump and fresh drumsticks.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Use for coating the chicken.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the chicken.
  • 1 tsp dried parsley For seasoning the chicken.
  • 1 tsp dried oregano For seasoning the chicken.
  • 1/2 tsp paprika For seasoning the chicken.
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper For seasoning the chicken.
  • 1 tsp salt For seasoning the chicken.
Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed Choose firm potatoes without blemishes.
  • 3 tbsp butter For creaminess in mashed potatoes.
  • 1/4 cup milk For creaminess; substitute with almond milk for dairy-free.
Vegetable Side
  • 3 cups baby carrots Look for vibrant, crisp carrots.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish on the glazed carrots.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Coat chicken drumsticks with olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Roasting
  1. Place the chicken in a preheated oven at 400°F for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
Boiling Potatoes
  1. In a pot of salted water, boil peeled and cubed potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Mashing Potatoes
  1. Drain the potatoes and mash with butter and milk until creamy, avoiding overmixing.
Sautéing Carrots
  1. Sauté the carrots with remaining butter, garlic, and parsley until glazed.
Serving
  1. Serve the roasted chicken alongside mashed potatoes and glazed carrots, adding extra garlic butter if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F covered with foil.