Description

This recipe is a warm, cozy hug on a plate! It features juicy chicken with a rich, savory mushroom gravy, fluffy buttery mashed potatoes, and bright, sweet glazed carrots. It’s a complete gourmet meal that’s surprisingly simple to make in about an hour and fifteen minutes.

Ingredients

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Mushroom Gravy Chicken:
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 lbs)
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp fresh thyme
Fresh parsley for garnish
Buttery Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter
½ cup warm milk
Glazed Carrots:
1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp brown sugar
¼ cup water

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Instructions

Glaze the Carrots: In a skillet, combine carrots, 1 tbsp butter, brown sugar, and water. Simmer covered for 15-20 minutes. Uncover and cook over medium-high heat until the liquid evaporates into a shiny glaze.
Prepare the Mash: Boil potato chunks in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and return to the pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to dry. Mash with 4 tbsp butter and warm milk until creamy.
Sear the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden (165°F). Remove and tent with foil.
Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and onion in 2 tbsp butter for 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and thyme for 60 seconds.
Thicken and Finish: Stir in flour for 1-2 minutes. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, deglazing the pan. Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened. Return chicken to the skillet to warm through.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken to ensure a proper golden crust. For the fluffiest potatoes, ensure they are dried briefly in the hot pot after draining. For a gluten-free gravy, swap the flour for a cornstarch slurry at the end.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 580
Fat: 38g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 32g