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Creamy Herb Chicken That Melts in Your Mouth


  • Author: Caroline Jones
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Herb Chicken Thighs served over mashed potatoes with a side of glazed carrots – the ultimate comfort dinner packed with flavor and texture.


Ingredients

Scale

2 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp dried herbs (thyme and parsley)

Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped

2 tbsp butter (for potatoes)

1/4 cup milk or cream

Salt & pepper, to taste (for potatoes)

6 baby carrots or 2 large carrots, peeled

1 tbsp butter (for carrots)

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

Pinch of salt (for carrots)


Instructions

1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.

2. Sear chicken in olive oil, skin-side down for 5-6 minutes; flip and cook another 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. Add butter and garlic to skillet; sauté 1 minute.

4. Stir in broth, cream, Dijon mustard, and dried herbs. Simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Return chicken to skillet and simmer until cooked through (165°F), about 5 more minutes.

6. Boil potatoes until fork-tender, 15–20 minutes. Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Steam or boil carrots for 10–12 minutes. Drain.

8. Glaze carrots in butter, honey, and a pinch of salt. Sauté 2–3 minutes until caramelized.

9. Assemble by plating mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, and chicken with sauce. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Use skinless thighs to lighten the dish.

Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.

Add spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for variation.

Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg

Keywords: creamy chicken, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, comfort food, chicken thighs