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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots Recipe

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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots is a comforting and flavorful dinner featuring juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich garlic herb Parmesan cream sauce. Served alongside fluffy mashed potatoes and sweet, buttery glazed carrots, this dish is perfect for weeknight meals or special family dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken and Herb Sauce

  • 2–3 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
  • Salt, to taste

For the Glazed Carrots

  • 3 cups baby carrots or sliced carrots
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: pinch of cinnamon or thyme

Instructions

  1. Make the mashed potatoes: Boil peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, milk, and salt until smooth. Keep warm.
  2. Glaze the carrots: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine carrots, butter, brown sugar, salt, and a splash of water. Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes until tender. Remove lid for last 2–3 minutes to thicken glaze.
  3. Cook the chicken: Pat chicken dry. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove and set aside.
  4. Make the herb cream sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add chicken broth and scrape browned bits from the pan. Stir in cream, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to pan: Add chicken back to skillet and spoon sauce over top. Simmer 2 minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Serve: Plate mashed potatoes and glazed carrots alongside chicken. Spoon extra sauce over everything and garnish with parsley or chives.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness.
  • Warm the milk before adding to potatoes for extra creaminess.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoother than pre-shredded.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat gently and add a splash of broth or cream if needed.

Keywords: creamy herb chicken, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, comfort food, easy dinner, chicken recipe, creamy garlic sauce, American cuisine

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