Grilled Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad
Grilled Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad is the perfect meal for any occasion. This dish features succulent grilled chicken breast marinated in aromatic garlic and Italian herbs, served alongside velvety mashed potatoes and a crisp garden salad bursting with freshness. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this comforting yet vibrant meal satisfies all taste buds. With easy preparation steps, you can whip up this delicious recipe quickly without compromising on flavor. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful culinary creation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 medium potatoes
- 2 cups fresh lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or mix of thyme, oregano, basil)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup milk (or cream for extra richness)
- Optional: fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine olive oil, minced garlic, Italian herbs, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Coat the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: Boil cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (12-15 minutes). Drain, mash with butter and milk until creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook each breast for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F/74°C).
- Assemble the salad: Toss chopped lettuce and tomatoes in a bowl with olive oil and lemon juice; season to taste.
- Serve: Plate the grilled chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and garden salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 784mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 116mg