Name: Delicious Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Ingredients: For the Garlic Herb Chicken:; 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts; 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup chicken broth; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:; 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; 1/2 cup whole milk or half-and-half, warmed; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste; For the Glazed Carrots:; 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds or sticks; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup; Pinch of salt

Description

Create a truly memorable weeknight dinner with tender, juicy Garlic Herb Chicken, perfectly creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet, glistening glazed carrots. This recipe promises a harmonious balance of flavors and textures for an unforgettable meal.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Garlic Herb Chicken:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts
6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup whole milk or half-and-half, warmed
4 tbsp unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
For the Glazed Carrots:
1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds or sticks
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients: Mince garlic, chop herbs, peel and cut potatoes and carrots. Pat chicken dry. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down until crispy (6-8 min). Flip, sear 2-3 min. Add broth. Roast in oven for 20-30 min, until 165°F (74°C) internal temp.
3. Make Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 min). Drain thoroughly. Return to pot. Add warm milk, butter, salt, and white pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
4. Glaze Carrots: In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add carrots and cook for 5-7 min until slightly tender. Stir in brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, for 5-10 min until tender-crisp and glazed.
5. Assemble and Serve: Plate mashed potatoes, chicken, and glazed carrots. Drizzle with pan sauce from chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins