Go Back

Creamy Garlic Chicken Platter

This Creamy Garlic Chicken Platter features golden, crispy chicken thighs enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce, served alongside fluffy mashed potatoes and tender carrots—a perfect comfort meal for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken thighs, skin-on Look for thighs with a good layer of fat for flavor.
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes Use your favorite recipe for creamy mashed potatoes.
  • 1 bunch baby carrots Can be roasted or sautéed.
  • 2 tbsp butter Used for sautéing garlic.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic provides more flavor than pre-minced.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with coconut cream for a lighter dish.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Ensure gluten-free if needed.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • to taste Paprika
  • to taste Italian seasoning
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
  • to taste Olive oil For rubbing on chicken.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 7-10 minutes until the skin is crispy.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, allowing to simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Cooking the Carrots
  1. Roast or sauté the baby carrots in a bit of olive oil until tender, about 10 minutes.
Plating
  1. Plate the crispy chicken thighs over the garlic sauce, serve with mashed potatoes and carrots, then garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. To reheat, use a skillet over low heat with a splash of broth if needed.