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Creamy Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots: A Complete Comfort Food Dinner

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A hearty and comforting dinner featuring tender herb-seasoned chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet glazed carrots.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Cooking Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Aromatics & Herbs

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Vegetables & Sides

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound carrots, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for carrots)

Garnish

  • to taste fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions 

  • Cook chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
  • Sauté garlic, add broth and cream, season with herbs, simmer, and return chicken to thicken sauce.
  • Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with milk and butter, season to taste.
  • Cook carrots with butter and brown sugar until glazed and tender.
  • Serve mashed potatoes topped with chicken and glazed carrots, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, comfort food, glazed carrots, mashed potatoes