Description
This juicy pan-seared chicken with savory gravy over creamy mashed potatoes is a comforting, homestyle meal that comes together in just 45 minutes—perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
For the gravy:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup milk or cream
Salt and pepper to taste
For the mashed potatoes:
2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer 12–15 minutes until fork tender.
2. Meanwhile, season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
5. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook until thickened, 3–5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Drain potatoes and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
7. Serve chicken over mashed potatoes with generous spoonfuls of gravy on top.
Notes
Use bone-in chicken for even juicier results—just adjust cook time.
Add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to the gravy for extra flavor.
Leftovers reheat well for a hearty lunch the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with potatoes and gravy
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: chicken and gravy, mashed potatoes, pan-seared chicken, comfort food dinner