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Garlic Herb Glazed Chicken Breast with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Pan Sauce

Elevate your dinner game with this stunning garlic herb glazed chicken breast that rivals your favorite restaurant. Paired with velvety creamy mashed potatoes and a rich pan sauce, this elegant dish transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience perfect for date nights or special occasions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain well and return to the warm pot. Add warm milk, butter, and sour cream. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste and keep warm.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in fresh herbs and honey, then return chicken to the skillet. Spoon the garlic herb butter over the chicken for 1-2 minutes to create a beautiful glaze.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Sprinkle flour into the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in heavy cream and simmer until sauce thickens slightly. Stir in remaining butter until melted and glossy.
  5. Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto plates, top with glazed chicken breasts, and drizzle with the rich pan sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra tender chicken, pound the breasts to an even thickness before cooking. Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the creamiest texture. The key to a great pan sauce is deglazing the skillet properly by scraping up all the flavorful browned bits from cooking the chicken.