Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

This no-fuss meal brings together juicy pan-seared chicken breasts with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes for a delicious, home-style plate. A touch of garlic and herbs elevates this humble combo into a cozy favorite.

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the chicken:

2 boneless chicken breasts

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp dried parsley or thyme (optional)

For the mashed potatoes:

4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

3 tbsp butter

⅓ cup milk (or cream for extra richness)

Salt & pepper, to taste

Optional: sprinkle of dried parsley for garnish

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

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