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Glazed Garlic Herb Chicken Breast Over Creamy Mashed Potatoes

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  • Author: Jordan Reed
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Glazed Garlic Herb Chicken Breast Over Creamy Mashed Potatoes is a quick, flavorful dinner featuring juicy chicken glazed with garlic, parsley, and thyme, served atop silky mashed potatoes. This easy recipe uses pantry staples, delivers a glossy herb sauce, and balances rich and fresh notes for a comforting weeknight meal that feels restaurant quality.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown, about 6‑7 minutes per side.
  3. Push the chicken to the side of the pan, add minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme; sauté briefly until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping the browned bits, and let the sauce reduce slightly.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in butter, allowing it to melt and create a silky glaze; adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a plate, let it rest for five minutes, then slice.
  7. Serve the sliced chicken over warmed mashed potatoes and drizzle with the garlic‑herb glaze.

Notes

  • For extra richness
  • finish the mashed potatoes with a splash of warm milk. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Let the chicken rest before slicing to retain juices.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan‑sear
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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