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Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken With Mashed Potatoes

A delightful dish featuring tender grilled chicken breasts served with rich, creamy mashed potatoes, enhanced by aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Look for fresh and unblemished
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter To add in the last minute of grilling
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For flavor and garnish
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed Firm, unblemished potatoes recommended
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup milk Consider organic for better flavor
For the Veggies
  • 1 piece cucumber, sliced
  • 2 pieces carrots, cut into sticks
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 piece lime, cut into wedges

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the cubed potatoes. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
Cooking
  1. Heat a grill or skillet to medium-high. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, adding butter and chopped parsley in the last minute.
  2. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain and return them to the pot. Add 4 tbsp butter, 1/2 cup milk, salt, and pepper, then mash until creamy.
Serving
  1. Slice the grilled chicken and serve alongside the creamy mashed potatoes and salad of cucumber and carrots tossed with lemon juice.
  2. Garnish with parsley and a wedge of lime.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least an hour to enhance flavor. Use a potato ricer for smoother mashed potatoes. Avoid overcooking chicken to prevent dryness.