Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Description
This Creamy Garlic Chicken with Mashed Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food—rich, flavorful, and satisfying. Tender chicken breasts are cooked in a creamy garlic sauce and paired with smooth, buttery mashed potatoes. This is a perfect meal for a cozy night in or a family dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup milk (more as needed)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes:
- Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
- Cook the potatoes for about 15 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain the potatoes, then add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth, adding more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency. Set aside and keep warm.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- While the potatoes are cooking, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Add the Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve:
- Plate the chicken breasts with a generous serving of mashed potatoes. Spoon extra creamy garlic sauce over the chicken and potatoes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 550
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 3g
Tips
- For extra flavor, try adding a splash of white wine to the sauce.
- You can also substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
Conclusion
This Creamy Garlic Chicken with Mashed Potatoes is the perfect mix of comfort and flavor. The creamy sauce combined with tender chicken and fluffy mashed potatoes makes it an irresistible dish that you’ll want to make again and again.