chicken breast and potatoes recipes
This delicious Herb-Roasted Chicken Breast served with creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. The combination of tender chicken and buttery mashed potatoes is comforting and satisfying.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts About 6 ounces each.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- 2 pounds potatoes Yukon Gold preferred, peeled and cut into chunks.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts and drizzle with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, fill a pot with water and add the potato chunks. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for about 15-18 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes, then return them to the pot. Add minced garlic, milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sliced chicken breast alongside a generous portion of garlic mashed potatoes.
Notes
You can add steamed vegetables on the side for a complete meal.
Feel free to substitute fresh herbs if available; they will enhance the flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.