Description
Savor tender Garlic Herb Chicken with creamy plant-based mashed potatoes, infused with fresh garlic and a mix of garden herbs. This comforting and flavorful dish balances juicy, aromatic chicken with smooth, fluffy potatoes made with plant-based butter and milk, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 2 chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Mashed Potatoes
- 4 large russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 tbsp plant-based butter
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- Sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Cracked black pepper, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, olive oil, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), sea salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil. Sear the chicken until golden brown on one side, then flip to cook the other side until fully cooked and juicy. The herbs and garlic create a fragrant aroma throughout cooking.
- Boil and Mash Potatoes: While the chicken cooks, boil the potato chunks in salted water until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash with plant-based butter and plant-based milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Finish: Plate the creamy mashed potatoes and place the garlic herb chicken on top or beside the potatoes. Drizzle any pan juices over the chicken for added flavor. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or other herbs for a fresh, inviting presentation.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken well to allow flavors to penetrate and ensure tenderness.
- Do not overmix the mashed potatoes; gentle mashing keeps them fluffy and light.
- Use room temperature plant-based butter and milk to achieve a smooth, lump-free mash.
- Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to retain juiciness.
- Adjust herbs according to availability; dried herbs can be used but in smaller quantities.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken portion with mashed potatoes
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: garlic herb chicken, mashed potatoes, plant-based, creamy mashed potatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, gluten free, fresh herbs, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
