Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts served with a rich garlic gravy, accompanied by creamy and cheesy mashed Yukon Gold potatoes. Perfect for a hearty dinner that combines classic flavors with easy preparation.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Garlic Gravy
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Season and Cook Chicken: Season the boneless chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken in a small amount of oil until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Once done, set aside and keep warm.
- Sauté Garlic: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Melt the butter in the same skillet and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Create Roux: Stir in the all-purpose flour to the melted butter and garlic to form a roux. Cook this mixture for 1-2 minutes while stirring continuously to remove the raw flour taste.
- Make Gravy: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, breaking up any lumps with continuous whisking. Allow the mixture to simmer until it thickens to a gravy consistency. Stir in the heavy cream if using, and season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Boil Potatoes: In a separate pot, boil the peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in salted water for 12-15 minutes, or until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
- Mash Potatoes: Mash the drained potatoes with butter, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble and Serve: Plate the cheesy mashed potatoes, top with the sliced cooked chicken, then generously pour the garlic gravy over the chicken and potatoes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra richness, add more heavy cream to the gravy.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for their creamy texture, but russet potatoes can also be used.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, cook it a little longer to reduce further.
- To save time, chicken thighs can be used as they remain moist and flavorful.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or chives add a bright finishing touch but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken garlic gravy, cheesy mashed potatoes, comfort food, easy dinner, chicken recipe, garlic gravy, mashed potatoes
