Herb Butter Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Carrots

A comforting, hearty dish featuring juicy herb-butter chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and sweet oven-roasted carrots. Simple ingredients, restaurant-quality flavor.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp thyme

• 1 tsp rosemary

• Salt & black pepper

• Fresh parsley for garnish

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 3–4 large potatoes, peeled & boiled

• 2 tbsp butter

• ½ cup warm milk or cream

• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Roasted Carrots

• 6–8 whole carrots (or cut into large pieces)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp thyme

• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Roast the Carrots

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. Toss carrots with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.

3. Roast for 20–25 minutes until soft with slight caramelization.

2. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes

1. Mash boiled potatoes until smooth.

2. Mix in butter, milk/cream, salt, and pepper.

3. Adjust creaminess to your liking.

3. Cook the Herb Butter Chicken

1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.

2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

3. Sear chicken on both sides until golden.

4. Add butter and garlic, spooning the melted herb butter over the chicken.

5. Cook until the chicken is juicy and fully cooked.

6. Slice the chicken for serving.

4. Assemble the Dish

1. Add a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.

2. Place sliced herb-butter chicken on top.

3. Add roasted carrots on the side.

4. Spoon leftover garlic-herb butter from the pan over the chicken.

5. Garnish with parsley.

Enjoy

A warm, rich, and satisfying meal that balances creamy, juicy, and sweet flavors — perfect for dinner, meal prep, or comfort food cravings.