Description
Looking for the ultimate comfort food? This Chicken and Garlic Gravy with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes is your go-to! Juicy, pan-seared chicken simmers in a velvety garlic-onion gravy and is served over rich, creamy mashed potatoes packed with sharp cheddar cheese. This is the kind of easy dinner that feels luxurious yet simple—perfect for cozy nights, special occasions, or quick weeknight meals. Whether you're craving a warm, hearty dish or searching for new dinner ideas, easy recipe options, or quick comfort food, this one has you covered.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds chicken thighs or breasts
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter (divided)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1.5 cups chicken broth
2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
0.5 cup milk or heavy cream (warmed)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté chopped onion until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, being careful not to burn it.
5. Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to form a roux.
6. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer until slightly thickened.
7. Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
8. While the chicken simmers, boil potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.
9. Drain and mash the potatoes with warmed milk and shredded cheddar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve mashed potatoes on plates, top with chicken, and pour over the garlic gravy. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Warm the milk or cream before adding it to the mashed potatoes for the smoothest texture.
Shred the cheese yourself instead of using pre-shredded—it melts much better and gives a richer flavor.
Don’t skip scraping the pan after searing the chicken—the browned bits are key to a flavorful gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken and gravy, comfort food, mashed potatoes, skillet chicken