Ingredients
– For the Creamy Herb Chicken:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 2 teaspoons dried thyme
– 2 teaspoons dried oregano
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish
– For the Mashed Potatoes:
– 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
– ½ cup unsalted butter
– ½ cup whole milk
– Salt and pepper to taste
– For the Honey Glazed Carrots:
– 1 pound baby carrots
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 tablespoon butter
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Honey Glazed Carrots is simple if you follow these steps:
Prepare the Creamy Herb Chicken
1. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Add Cream and Herbs: Stir in heavy cream, thyme, and oregano. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, coating it well with the creamy sauce. Allow it to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.
Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
6. Boil Potatoes: In a large pot, add the cubed potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
7. Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Honey Glazed Carrots
8. Cook Carrots: In a separate saucepan, add baby carrots and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes until just tender.
9. Glaze Carrots: Drain the carrots and return them to the pan. Add honey, butter, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and cook over low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serve the Dish
10. Plate the Meal: Serve a generous scoop of mashed potatoes, topped with the creamy herb chicken, and arrange the honey-glazed carrots on the side.
11. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken and dill over the carrots for an added touch of flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g