Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
This creamy herb chicken dish pairs beautifully with fluffy mashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots, creating a wholesome and satisfying meal.
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 for mashed potatoes
For the glazed carrots
- 3 cups baby carrots or sliced carrots
- 2 tbsp butter for carrots
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch cinnamon or thyme (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by preparing the chicken. Season your pieces of chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the chicken and cook until brown on each side.
Cooking Sauce
- After browning the chicken, remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
- Pour the minced garlic into the same skillet, cooking briefly until fragrant—just about 30 seconds.
- Next, pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Allow this mixture to simmer for a few minutes to reduce slightly.
- Once the broth has reduced, whisk in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, letting it simmer gently in the sauce until cooked through and tender.
Mashed Potatoes and Carrots
- Boil the peeled and cubed potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender.
- Drain the potatoes, then mash them with milk or cream and butter until creamy and smooth.
- In a separate pot, melt the remaining butter over medium heat and add the carrots.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar, salt, and a pinch of cinnamon or thyme if desired. Stir to combine.
- Cook until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
Notes
Make sure to mash the potatoes thoroughly for a creamy texture. Allow the sauce to simmer for optimal flavor. Adjust seasonings to your taste, especially for the carrots.