Name: Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Ingredients: For the Garlic Herb Chicken:; 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts (about 2-2.5 lbs total); 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:; 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk, warmed; ½ tsp garlic powder (optional); ¾ tsp salt; ¼ tsp white pepper; For the Glazed Carrots:; 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup; ¼ cup water or low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

Indulge in perfectly crispy-skinned, juicy garlic herb chicken served alongside velvety mashed potatoes and sweet, savory glazed carrots. This complete meal is bursting with flavor and surprisingly simple to prepare for a weeknight or special occasion.

Ingredients

For the Garlic Herb Chicken:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts (about 2–2.5 lbs total)
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup heavy cream or whole milk, warmed
½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp white pepper
For the Glazed Carrots:
1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup
¼ cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken dry. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture all over chicken.
2. Sear and Roast Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down and sear for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip chicken, then transfer skillet to preheated oven. Roast for 15-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove, tent with foil, and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
3. Cook and Mash Potatoes: Place potato chunks in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly. Return potatoes to hot pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to dry. Mash until smooth. Gradually beat in melted butter, warm cream/milk, garlic powder (if using), salt, and white pepper until creamy.
4. Make Glazed Carrots: While chicken roasts, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add sliced carrots, water/broth, and brown sugar/maple syrup. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Uncover, increase heat, and cook, stirring, until liquid reduces to a glaze.
5. Serve: Plate the rested garlic herb chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. Garnish carrots with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins