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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots: A Complete Comfort Food Dinner

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A hearty and comforting dinner featuring tender herb-seasoned chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet glazed carrots, perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2–3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 tsp salt & pepper to taste
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley or chives (for garnish)

Side Dishes

  • 1.5 lbs Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 0.5 cup milk or cream
  • 2–3 tbsp butter
  • 3 cups baby carrots or sliced carrots
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Optional flavoring

  • pinch cinnamon or thyme (optional)

Instructions 

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes). Drain and mash with butter, milk, and salt until smooth.
  • In a saucepan, add carrots, butter, brown sugar, salt, and water. Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes until tender and glazed. Thicken for last few minutes.
  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary. Sear in olive oil and butter 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, cook garlic 30 seconds, deglaze with chicken broth, add cream, Parmesan, and Dijon. Simmer until slightly thickened (3–5 minutes).
  • Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over, and simmer 2 minutes. Serve mashed potatoes and carrots with sauce, garnished with herbs.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or thyme to the carrots or sauce.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, comfort food, dinner