Glazed Garlic Herb Chicken Breast Over Creamy Mashed Potatoes
A comforting dish featuring glazed chicken breasts served over fluffy creamy mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme), chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatic Garlic and Herbs: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and fresh herbs; sauté until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken Breasts: Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Simmer with Savory Sauce: Stir in soy sauce and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- Boil and Mash the Potatoes: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the diced potatoes. Cook until tender, then drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble and Serve: Serve the glazed chicken breasts over a scoop of creamy mashed potatoes, drizzling the pan sauce on top.
Notes
Pair with a fresh garden salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg