Tempting Garlic Herb Chicken

A delightful combination of tender chicken, flavorful herbs, creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet glazed carrots, all cooked in one go for a quick and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 540

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme Fresh thyme can be used for more flavor.
1 teaspoon dried rosemary Fresh rosemary is a great alternative.
to taste Salt and pepper

For the Mashed Potatoes

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
to taste Salt and pepper

For the Glazed Carrots

4 cups carrots, sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts with the mixture and place them on a baking sheet.

Cooking

Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and then mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until creamy.
In a pan, melt butter and add the carrots along with brown sugar, cooking until glazed and tender.

Serving

Serve the chicken with your fluffy mashed potatoes and the glazed carrots.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken the night before. You can also use sweet potatoes for a twist on the classic mashed potatoes.