Here is your FULL DETAIL RECIPE for Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mash & Roasted Potatoes — a complete, comforting, restaurant-style meal bursting with flavor.
🍗 Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mash & Roasted Potatoes
Servings: 3–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 45–50 minutes
⭐ INGREDIENTS
🧄 For the Garlic Herb Chicken
- 500g (1 lb) chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½–1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ⅓ cup chicken broth or water
🥔 For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- 3–4 medium potatoes (peeled & cubed)
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼–½ cup warm milk
- 2 tbsp cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove, grated (optional)
🔥 For the Roasted Potatoes
- 2 cups baby potatoes (halved)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
👨🍳 STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE
1️⃣ MAKE THE ROASTED POTATOES
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt & pepper.
- Spread on a baking tray and roast 20–25 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Shake once halfway through for even browning.
2️⃣ PREPARE THE CREAMY MASH
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water for 12–15 minutes, until fork-tender.
- Drain and mash with butter, warm milk, cream, salt, pepper, and optional garlic.
- Mix until smooth, creamy, and fluffy.
Tip: Add milk gradually to control consistency.
3️⃣ COOK THE GARLIC HERB CHICKEN
- Season chicken with thyme, rosemary, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken and sear for 5–6 minutes per side until golden.
- Add butter and minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in broth and lemon juice, then simmer 4–5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Result: Juicy, tender, herb-infused chicken with a glossy garlic butter sauce.
4️⃣ ASSEMBLE THE MEAL
- Add a big scoop of creamy mash to a plate.
- Top with sliced garlic herb chicken and spoon the pan sauce on top.
- Add roasted potatoes on the side.
- Garnish with parsley, chives, or a squeeze of lemon.
🌟 OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
- Add sautéed green beans, broccoli, mushrooms, or spinach for a full plate.
- Use fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley) for extra aroma.
- Add a splash of cream to the chicken sauce for richness.
🍽️ SERVING SUGGESTION
Serve warm with:
- Garlic bread
- A crisp green salad
- Lemon water or iced tea
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat.
- Always sear on medium-high heat for good color.
- Boil potatoes in salted water to enhance flavor.
- Oven should be fully preheated for crispy baby potatoes.


