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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots

Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots Bliss

A comforting one-pot meal of Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) Thighs add extra flavor.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Imparts aromatic herbal notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary Imparts aromatic herbal notes.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing the chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For creating a rich sauce.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds inviting aroma to the sauce.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Flavor base of the sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream (or half-and-half) Provides creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Delivers richness and flavor.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes (peeled and cubed) Ideal base for creamy mashed potatoes.
  • 1/2 cup Milk or cream Added for smoothness.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Enriches the flavor.
For the Glazed Carrots
  • 2 cups Baby carrots (or sliced carrots) Naturally sweet and perfect for absorbing the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar or honey Adds delightful sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavor of the carrots.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon or thyme (for glaze, optional) Adds warm complexity.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • skillet
  • Potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and cube the Yukon gold or russet potatoes, then place them in a large pot with salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Once cooked, drain the potatoes thoroughly, return them to the pot, and mash with butter and milk until creamy and smooth.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine baby carrots, butter, brown sugar, salt, and a splash of water. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the carrots are tender. For the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, uncover the pot to thicken the glaze.
  3. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and butter. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, nestling it in the creamy herb sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chicken to coat it thoroughly and allow it to simmer together for 2 minutes.
  6. Serve generous portions of creamy mashed potatoes alongside the glazed carrots and the flavorful chicken drizzled with extra herb cream sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots is sure to delight your family with its comforting flavors!

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