Description
Indulge in the sumptuous appeal of Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls, combining tender chicken, velvety mashed potatoes, and a rich sauce for an exquisite harmony of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Fresh chives, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the chopped russet potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the thighs until golden brown and fully cooked, roughly 6-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low, adding the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour, creating a smooth roux.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Incorporate the garlic powder and heavy cream into the sauce. Stir gently for a moment and season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Return the chicken thighs to the pan, letting them dip into the rich sauce. Once everything is warmed through, slice the chicken into tender bites.
- Mash the potatoes until fluffy, stirring in a touch of salt and some butter for a smooth finish.
- To assemble, create a generous base of mashed potatoes in each bowl. Top with sliced chicken and a lavish drizzle of sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives.
Notes
For a luxurious twist, substitute chicken thighs with duck confit or use Yukon Gold potatoes infused with roasted garlic.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg