Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy herb sauce, complemented by fluffy mashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2-3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or chives (for garnish)
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 1.5 lbs Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 2-3 tbsp butter
- Salt, to taste
For the Glazed Carrots
- 3 cups baby carrots or sliced carrots
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or thyme
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary.
Cooking the Chicken
- Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard, if using. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and garnish with parsley or chives.
Cooking the Potatoes
- While the chicken cooks, boil the potatoes in salted water. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and mash with milk, butter, and salt to taste.
Cooking the Carrots
- In another pan, melt butter and add carrots, brown sugar, and salt. Cook until carrots are tender and glazed, about 5-7 minutes.
Serving
- Plate the creamy herb chicken alongside a generous portion of mashed potatoes.
- Arrange the glazed carrots on the side, adding color to your dish.
- Garnish with extra herbs for an appealing presentation.
- Pair with a refreshing beverage like white wine or sparkling water.
Notes
Enhance flavor with a squeeze of lemon juice. You can substitute chicken with turkey or tofu. Serve with a side salad for added freshness.