Description

This Creamy Garlic Chicken with Herb Mashed Potatoes is comfort food at its finest. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce and served over fluffy mashed potatoes infused with fresh herbs. It’s a satisfying, hearty meal that’s perfect for weeknights, date nights, or when you simply want a homemade dinner that feels extra special.

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ tsp paprika
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

1 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)

For the Herb Mashed Potatoes:

2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter
½ cup whole milk or heavy cream
2 tbsp sour cream (optional, for tang)
2 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Mashed Potatoes
Place cubed potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water.
Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
Cook for 15–18 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain well and return to pot.

Add butter, milk, sour cream (if using), herbs, salt, and pepper.
Mash until smooth and creamy. Cover and keep warm.

Step 2: Sear the Chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
Add chicken and sear 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.

Step 3: Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tbsp butter and minced garlic.
Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, thyme, and Parmesan cheese.
Simmer for 4–5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Finish the Dish
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to reheat the chicken and infuse with flavor.

Step 5: Serve It Up
Scoop a generous portion of mashed potatoes onto each plate.
Top with a chicken breast and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over everything.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Pound Chicken Evenly – This ensures uniform cooking.
Don’t Skip the Rest – Let chicken rest briefly after searing for juicier meat.
Use Fresh Garlic – It gives the most robust flavor in the sauce.
Warm the Milk – For mashed potatoes, warm milk mixes in more smoothly.
Adjust Sauce Thickness – Simmer longer to thicken, or add a splash of broth to loosen.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cuisine: American / Comfort Food