Description
Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls are the ultimate comfort food, combining fluffy mashed potatoes with savory, juicy chicken. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings, offering a delicious harmony of flavors that warms the heart and satisfies the soul. Whether you’re snowed in or hosting a dinner party, these bowls will bring everyone together with their inviting presentation and rich taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the potatoes into even chunks.
- Cook the potatoes: Place chopped potatoes in a pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Sauté the chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
- Mash the potatoes: Drain cooked potatoes, return them to the pot, add butter and heavy cream, then mash until smooth.
- Combine: Slice chicken and layer mashed potatoes in bowls, top with chicken, and sprinkle garlic powder.
- Garnish: Add chives or parsley for a fresh touch and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg