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Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots

Juicy garlic and herb seasoned chicken breasts seared and oven-baked, served with creamy buttery mashed potatoes and sweet honey-glazed carrots for a complete comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts patted dry
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 tbsp butter for mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup milk warmed slightly
  • 1 lb carrots peeled and sliced
  • 1 tbsp butter for glazed carrots
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Potato masher
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
  3. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Do not move the chicken while searing.
  4. Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. While the chicken bakes, place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain, then add butter and warmed milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced carrots and cook for 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Add honey, salt, and pepper and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until carrots are tender and glazed.
  7. Remove chicken from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. Plate the chicken alongside mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Marinate the chicken in the garlic herb rub for up to 24 hours in advance for deeper flavor. Yukon Gold potatoes can replace russets for a creamier mash. Adjust honey quantity in carrots to your sweetness preference.