Chicken and Garlic Gravy with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Chicken and Garlic Gravy with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. This dish features tender chicken enveloped in a rich, garlicky gravy served alongside creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes. Bursting with flavor and warmth, it transforms any meal into a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup aged cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 lbs russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare garlic, potatoes, and chicken.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove chicken temporarily. Whisk heavy cream into the broth mixture until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Boil diced potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash with butter and cheddar cheese until creamy.
- Return chicken to the skillet to absorb gravy for an additional 5 minutes on low heat.
- Serve with generous portions of cheesy mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For extra richness, use bone-in chicken thighs instead of breasts. Feel free to add vegetables like peas or carrots for added nutrition.