Description
Experience a delightful culinary journey with Herb Butter Chicken served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots. This comforting dish combines tender chicken breasts infused with a rich herb butter sauce, perfectly complemented by velvety mashed potatoes and honey-glazed carrots. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is straightforward to prepare, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious food with family and friends. With its flavor-packed profile and inviting presentation, this meal will surely impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (bone-in or boneless)
- 400g potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 200g baby carrots (peeled)
- 3 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 60ml milk or cream
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, parsley, or Italian mix)
Instructions
- Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water for 15-18 minutes until soft. Drain, then mash with 1 tbsp of butter and milk; season to taste.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine 1 tbsp of butter and honey with the carrots. Sauté covered for about 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and herbs. Sear in the same skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- After removing the chicken, add minced garlic and remaining butter to the skillet. Deglaze with a splash of water or lemon juice; simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Serve mashed potatoes topped with glazed carrots and chicken drizzled with herb butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg