Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots – Savory, Comforting & Family-Friendly
This Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots is the ultimate homestyle dinner—juicy chicken seasoned with fragrant herbs and garlic, served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and sweet, buttery glazed carrots. It’s a well-balanced plate that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, Sunday suppers, or holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to every bite.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Saucepan
- Pot for boiling potatoes
- Potato masher
- Cutting board & knife
- Measuring spoons/cups
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Glazed Carrots
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Rub chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and lemon juice to deglaze. Return chicken and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Boil Potatoes: In a large pot of salted water, boil cubed potatoes for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Cook Carrots: In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add carrots and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Glaze Carrots: Sprinkle brown sugar over carrots and cook another 5 minutes until glossy and tender.
- Serve: Plate chicken with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. Garnish with parsley
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in herbs and garlic for a few hours before cooking.
- Add sour cream or cream cheese to mashed potatoes for extra richness.
- Swap brown sugar for honey or maple syrup in the carrots for a different glaze.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.