Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken with Mashed Potatoes is a comforting dish featuring seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce, served over smooth, buttery mashed potatoes. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk or cream (warmed)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan if using.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, warm milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Serve chicken over mashed potatoes with creamy garlic sauce and garnish with herbs.
Notes
- Use boneless thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a mix of milk and cream cheese.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables.
- Reheat sauce gently with a splash of broth or cream to maintain consistency.
- Serve with green beans, roasted carrots, or a side salad for balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
