Description
Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes delivers a satisfying blend of juicy, garlic-infused chicken breast roasted to golden perfection and creamy, buttery mashed potatoes. Paired with sweet honey-glazed carrots, this easy family dinner offers balanced protein comforting carbs, and vibrant flavors quickly. Perfect for weeknight meals, the recipe uses simple pantry staples and requires minimal prep, making it ideal for home cooks seeking a hearty, wholesome plate that pleases kids and adults al
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound carrots, sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper; marinate chicken 30 minutes.
- Boil potatoes until tender; mash with milk and butter.
- Roast chicken 25‑30 minutes until cooked through.
- Glaze carrots with honey in skillet until tender.
- Serve chicken over mashed potatoes with carrots on the side.
Notes
- For a richer flavor
- add a splash of melted butter to the chicken before roasting. Adjust honey amount for desired sweetness on carrots.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Family Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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