Creamy Herb Chicken Thighs with Carrots & Mash Recipe
If you love comforting and flavorful meals, you will enjoy this Creamy Herb Chicken Thighs with Carrots & Mash Recipe.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
For the Carrots:
- 3 medium carrots sliced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
For the Mash:
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the Pan
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Season the Chicken
- Pat chicken thighs dry. Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder evenly.
Brown the Chicken
- Place chicken skin-side down in skillet. Cook 5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 5 minutes.
Cook the Carrots
- Toss sliced carrots with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in oven at 375°F for 20 minutes.
Make the Mash
- Boil chopped potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes until tender. Drain well.
Mash the Potatoes
- Add butter and milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Add Garlic to Chicken
- Add minced garlic to skillet. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add Chicken Broth
- Pour chicken broth into pan. Scrape any browned bits from bottom for flavor.
Add Cream and Butter
- Add heavy cream and butter. Stir gently. Simmer 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
Add Fresh Herbs
- Sprinkle fresh parsley and thyme over chicken. Stir lightly to combine.
Plate the Dish
- Place mashed potatoes on plate. Add roasted carrots. Place creamy chicken thighs on top.
Spoon Sauce Over
- Drizzle creamy sauce over chicken and sides. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use skin-on chicken for extra flavor and golden crust.
- Add a pinch of paprika for color in the sauce.
- Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for lighter version.
- Add green beans or peas for extra vegetables.
- Make mashed potatoes extra creamy by using warm milk.