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Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Sweet Carrots Bliss

This Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots recipe delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with bone-in chicken; adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Used for searing and mashed potatoes.
Mashed Potatoes Ingredients
  • 4 large Russet potatoes, cubed Ideal for fluffy mashed potatoes.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Adds creaminess.
Glazed Carrots Ingredients
  • 1 pound Carrots, sliced into coins Provides sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Creates sweet glaze.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make an herb paste.
  3. Rub the herb mixture generously over the chicken breasts.
  4. In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the cubed potatoes for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  7. Drain the potatoes, then mash with milk and remaining butter until smooth and creamy.
  8. Melt butter in a separate skillet and sauté the carrots for 5-6 minutes until tender.
  9. Add honey to the carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes until glazed.
  10. Slice the chicken and serve alongside mashed potatoes and glazed carrots.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to ensure juiciness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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