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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots

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Creamy herb chicken with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots is a cozy, bistro-style meal featuring juicy pan-seared chicken in a flavorful herb cream sauce, served with fluffy mashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots. A comforting yet elegant dinner perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, rosemary, parsley, or basil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon gold potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons butter (for potatoes)
  • 1/2 cup milk or cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (for potatoes)
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for carrots)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • Salt, to taste (for carrots)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop potatoes; boil in salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes). Drain and mash with butter, milk or cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Keep warm.
  2. In a saucepan, combine carrots, a bit of water, butter, and brown sugar or honey. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender and glazed (10–12 minutes).
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through (5–6 minutes per side). Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  4. In the same pan, sauté garlic briefly. Deglaze with chicken broth, then add heavy cream, Dijon mustard (if using), and herbs. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to the pan and coat with the herb cream sauce. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Plate mashed potatoes and top with chicken and sauce. Serve with glazed carrots and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth.
  • Use half-and-half or evaporated milk for a lighter sauce.
  • Substitute pork chops or salmon for the chicken.
  • Add peas or spinach to the sauce for extra veggies.
  • Use coconut milk and dairy-free butter for a dairy-free version.

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