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Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken With Mashed Potatoes

A comforting dish that combines perfectly cooked chicken with savory garlic herbs and velvety mashed potatoes, making it a family favorite.
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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: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose high-quality, fresh breasts.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For seasoning.
  • 1 tsp paprika For flavor.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For seasoning.
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder For seasoning.
  • 1 tsp salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper To taste.
  • 1 tbsp butter For flavor.
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnishing.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed Russets or Yukon Golds work well.
  • 4 tbsp butter For creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup milk For consistency.
  • Salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper to taste For flavor.
For the Salad
  • 1 piece cucumber, sliced For freshness.
  • 2 pieces carrots, cut into sticks For crunch.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice For dressing.
  • 1 piece lime, cut into wedges For garnish.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley For garnishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Fill a pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add the cubed potatoes and let them boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
Cooking
  1. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side. During the last minute, add butter and fresh parsley.
  2. While the chicken cooks, combine cucumber slices and carrot sticks in a bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
Serving
  1. Slice the chicken and serve alongside the creamy mashed potatoes and salad. Drizzle the garlic herb butter sauce over the chicken.
  2. For an impressive presentation, plate your creamy mashed potatoes first, then lay the sliced chicken over them.

Notes

For moisture, consider pairing your meal with additional sides like sautéed green beans or a refreshing garden salad.