Glazed Garlic Herb Chicken Breast Over Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Pan Sauce
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts glazed with garlic and herbs, served over creamy mashed potatoes with a rich pan sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Sear the chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in a pot of water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Add 1 cup of chicken broth to the same pan to create the pan sauce, scraping up any browned bits.
- Serve the chicken over creamy mashed potatoes and drizzle with pan sauce.
Notes
Pairs well with steamed green beans or a fresh garden salad. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg