Garlic Herb Chicken Recipe

why make this recipe

Garlic Herb Chicken is a simple yet delicious dish that brings together tender chicken and fragrant herbs. It’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of garlic, parsley, and thyme creates a flavorful crust on the chicken, while the creamy mashed potatoes and rich sauce make it a comforting meal. Easy to make and packed with taste, this recipe is sure to impress.

how to make Garlic Herb Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions:

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme leaves. Rub this herb mixture all over the chicken breasts, pressing gently.
3. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors soak in.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
5. Carefully add the chicken breasts to the pan and sear them without moving for 5-6 minutes until they form a golden-brown crust.
6. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes. Add butter to the pan and baste the chicken with the melted butter and juices.
7. Once the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil.
8. In the same skillet, add brown sugar and balsamic vinegar to the drippings. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and caramelizes, about 2 minutes.
9. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce reduces by half.
10. While the chicken cooks, peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Place them in a pot and cover with cold salted water.
11. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
12. Add butter and heavy cream, then mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
13. Serve the mashed potatoes on plates, top with chicken, and drizzle the sauce over each piece.

how to serve Garlic Herb Chicken

Serve Garlic Herb Chicken hot, placing the chicken on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. Drizzle the rich sauce over the chicken and around the plate for added flavor. You may also garnish with extra fresh herbs for a touch of color and freshness.

how to store Garlic Herb Chicken

To store Garlic Herb Chicken, place any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate. It will stay fresh for up to three days. For longer storage, you can freeze the chicken and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Before serving, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a skillet or oven.

tips to make Garlic Herb Chicken

• Make sure the chicken breasts are well-seasoned with salt and pepper for the best flavor.
• Let the chicken sit for a few minutes after cooking before slicing to keep it juicy.
• Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or oregano for a unique twist.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to the right temperature.

variation (if any)

You can easily customize this recipe by adding vegetables like asparagus or green beans to the skillet while the chicken cooks. Alternatively, try using different types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or sweet potatoes, for variety in flavor and texture.

FAQs

1. Can I use bone-in chicken for this recipe?
Yes, but you will need to adjust the cooking time, as bone-in chicken takes longer to cook through.

2. What can I serve with Garlic Herb Chicken?
This dish pairs well with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or steamed greens for a complete meal.

3. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and sauce ahead of time and reheat them before serving. Just be sure to store them properly in the fridge.

4. Is there a substitute for heavy cream?
You can use milk or non-dairy alternatives, but the mashed potatoes may not be as creamy. For a thicker texture, consider using half-and-half or cream cheese.

Garlic Herb Chicken

A simple yet delicious dish featuring tender chicken and fragrant herbs, perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 560 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chicken broth

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
• In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme leaves. Rub this herb mixture all over the chicken breasts, pressing gently.
• Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors soak in.

Cooking Chicken

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
• Carefully add the chicken breasts to the pan and sear them without moving for 5-6 minutes until they form a golden-brown crust.
• Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes. Add butter to the pan and baste the chicken with the melted butter and juices.
• Once the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil.

Making the Sauce

• In the same skillet, add brown sugar and balsamic vinegar to the drippings. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and caramelizes, about 2 minutes.
• Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce reduces by half.

Preparing Mashed Potatoes

• While the chicken cooks, peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Place them in a pot and cover with cold salted water.
• Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
• Add butter and heavy cream, then mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Serving

• Serve the mashed potatoes on plates, top with chicken, and drizzle the sauce over each piece.

Notes

Make sure the chicken breasts are well-seasoned with salt and pepper for the best flavor. Let the chicken sit for a few minutes after cooking before slicing to keep it juicy. Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or oregano for a unique twist. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to the right temperature. To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.

Keyword chicken, Comfort Food, Garlic, herb, mashed potatoes