Herb Cream Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
Herb Cream Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots is the ultimate comfort food that combines succulent chicken in a rich herb-infused cream sauce, creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet glazed carrots. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, delivering delicious flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you can create a meal that’s not only satisfying but also visually appealing. Impress your guests or treat your family to this delightful combination that feels like a warm hug on a plate!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Boiling/Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 250 ml chicken broth
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp oregano
- 800 g potatoes
- 50 g butter
- 100 ml warm milk
- Salt & nutmeg
- 400 g baby carrots
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp honey or brown sugar
- Salt & parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and heavy cream; stir in Dijon mustard and herbs. Simmer until creamy. Return chicken to the pan and cook until fully done.
- Boil potatoes in salted water until soft; drain and mash with butter and warm milk; season with salt and nutmeg.
- Steam baby carrots until tender. In a small saucepan, melt butter; add honey (or brown sugar) and season with salt. Coat steamed carrots in glaze.
- Serve on plates with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots alongside the chicken drizzled with herb cream sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg