Homemade Garlic Herb Chicken with Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Garlic herb chicken served with creamy mashed potatoes coated in butter, garlic, and fresh herbs for a warm and filling skillet dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
2 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup milk or cream
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until soft, then drain.
- Mash with butter and milk until creamy.
- Cook chicken in olive oil until golden and fully cooked.
- Melt butter, cook garlic, and add herbs.
- Add broth and return chicken to coat in sauce.
- Serve chicken with mashed potatoes and spoon sauce over top.
Notes
Adjust herb levels for stronger or lighter flavor. Warm milk helps create smoother mashed potatoes.