Description
This ultimate comfort food recipe features juicy chicken smothered in a rich garlic gravy, served over creamy cheesy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Garlic Gravy:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Cheesy Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Gravy:
- 3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 5. Gradually pour in chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes.
- 6. Stir in heavy cream and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning gravy over the top. Keep warm.
- Prepare the Cheesy Mashed Potatoes:
- 8. Place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- 9. Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add butter and milk, then mash until smooth.
- 10. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until melted and well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve:
- 11. Serve the chicken and garlic gravy over a generous portion of cheesy mashed potatoes.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the gravy after cooking the garlic. The cheesy mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 45g