One-Pan Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Potatoes
Irresistible Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes is a comforting meal featuring golden seared chicken in a garlic herb sauce served over smooth, buttery mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1/2 cup chicken broth
Optional 2 tablespoons cream
2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup butter for potatoes
1/2 cup warm milk
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken 5 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Remove chicken and add butter, garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the pan.
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Deglaze with chicken broth and simmer until slightly reduced.
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Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over top.
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Drain potatoes and mash with butter and warm milk until smooth.
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Serve chicken over mashed potatoes and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Do not overmix mashed potatoes. Let chicken rest before serving for juicier results.