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Creamy garlic herb chicken served with mashed potatoes

Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken seasoned with garlic and herbs, paired with creamy mashed potatoes that are rich and fluffy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Look for plump, pale chicken breasts.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter Add at the end of grilling for flavor.
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Adds a bright flavor.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed Russet potatoes work best.
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup milk For creaminess.
For the Salad
  • 1 piece cucumber, sliced
  • 2 pieces carrots, cut into sticks
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 piece lime, cut into wedges

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Let the chicken sit for a few minutes to enhance the flavor.
  3. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
Cooking
  1. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. In the last minute of grilling, add the butter and chopped parsley to the chicken.
Salad Preparation
  1. Toss sliced cucumbers and carrot sticks with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Serving
  1. Slice the cooked chicken up and serve it beside creamy mashed potatoes, adding the cucumber and carrot salad with a lime wedge.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk to mashed potatoes for creaminess.