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Delicious weeknight family chicken dinner served on a table with vegetables

Garlic Herb Chicken

This Garlic Herb Chicken is a flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Choose fresh for best flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil High-quality olive oil enhances flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Fresh herbs provide a vibrant flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves Use fresh for optimal flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons butter
Sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar if needed.
Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds russet potatoes Peel and cut into evenly sized chunks.
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream For creamier mashed potatoes, add more.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme leaves. Rub this herb mixture all over the chicken breasts and let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the chicken breasts in the pan and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden-brown. Flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes, adding butter to baste the chicken.
  2. Transfer chicken to a plate once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  3. In the same skillet, combine brown sugar and balsamic vinegar over medium heat until dissolved. Stir in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits, cooking until the sauce reduces by half.
  4. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter and heavy cream.
Serving
  1. Spoon mashed potatoes onto each plate, place a chicken breast on top, and drizzle with pan sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

Notes

For a richer flavor in mashed potatoes, consider adding cheese. You can also prepare the chicken marinade a few hours in advance.