Description
Tender garlic herb chicken, buttery mashed potatoes, and sweet roasted carrots come together in this cozy, nostalgic dinner plate.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or breasts if preferred)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
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1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Roasted Carrots:
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1 pound whole carrots, peeled
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 teaspoon dried thyme or parsley
For the Mashed Potatoes:
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4 large russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
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½ cup whole milk (or substitute with cream or plant milk)
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4 tablespoons butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley for garnish
Substitutions for Dietary Needs:
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Use skinless chicken breasts for a leaner version
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Dairy-free butter and oat milk for mashed potatoes
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Replace carrots with green beans or squash if preferred
Instructions
In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, paprika, rosemary, thyme, and onion powder. Pat chicken dry and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 4–5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes. Transfer skillet to the oven (or move chicken to a baking dish) and roast at 400°F for 20–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
While chicken and carrots roast, boil chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–18 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Add butter and milk, then mash to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
Plate mashed potatoes with a piece of garlic herb chicken and a row of roasted carrots. Spoon pan juices over the chicken and sprinkle everything with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g