Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Mashed Potatoes Delight

Alright, fam, if you’ve been craving something that’s both comfort food and a little bit fancy, this Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Mashed Potatoes Delight is it. It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug after a tough day at work or just because it’s Tuesday and you deserve it. The chicken thighs are juicy and swimming in garlicky buttery goodness, and when you pair that with mashed potatoes, it’s basically heaven on a plate. Seriously, give it a try, and soon you won’t remember life before it.

Let me tell you, in my house, this dish is like the ultimate crowd pleaser. My husband literally inhales it, and the kids? Don’t even get me started. They practically lick their plates clean. The other day, my youngest, while chewing with delight (and probably a dribble of mashed potatoes on her chin), declared it was “the best chikkin ever!” It’s these moments that make this dish such a staple in our crazy little household. We’re all about those tasty, low-maintenance meals that bring the clan together.

Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Mashed Potatoes Delight

1. You’ll feel like a cooking champion! Even if you occasionally burn your toast.
2. It uses a ton of garlic, so keep those vampires (and maybe some in-laws) at bay.
3. The creamy dreamy mash is basically potato-flavored love.
4. It tastes just as good the next day, cold or hot. Maybe even better. No judgment here.

How to Make It

Okay, get comfy. Imagine we’re two besties hanging out while chaos ensues around us because life happens, right? Start by grabbing those chicken thighs — bone-in thighs make it extra juicy, but if you’ve only got boneless ones, I won’t judge. Place them in a pan. Melt a heap of butter because, why not? Add garlic, lots of it — vampire-proof but don’t worry, this won’t keep your neighbors away. Let it get all fragrant and lovely. Pour this buttery garlic dream over the chicken, letting that flavor soak right in.

While that’s going on, whip up some mashed potatoes. I, personally, can’t resist “taste-testing” way too many times. Buttery, creamy, just a bit lumpy because…those lumps are a culinary delight. No shame in a bit of chaos, I say.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken Thighs: Sure, you can use breasts, but thighs are juicier and less prone to the ol’ “dry as a bone” situation.
– Garlic: The more, the better. It’s like warding off evil spirits…or keeping you deliciously single.
– Butter: Do you really need a reason? Butter is life.

Recipe Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (because crispy skin).
2. Place chicken thighs in a baking dish.
3. Melt butter and mix in an outrageous amount of garlic.
4. Pour garlic butter mixture over the chicken like you’re a culinary superstar.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until that chicken is as golden as a sunset in a romance novel.
6. While it bakes, turn your attention to boiling and mashing potatoes.
7. Serve with a sprinkle of love (or parsley, whatever’s in the cupboard).

What to Serve It With

I mean, you can serve this masterpiece with just about anything — but I’ve found a side of crusty bread makes for that final perfect swoosh in the leftover sauce. Maybe a green salad, if you want to feel like you balanced it out with something healthy.

Tips & Mistakes

Embrace any sweet pockets of crispy rice that form at the bottom of the dish. Those suckers are nuggets of flavor—simple but literally golden!

Storage Tips

Pop leftovers in the fridge. If you eat it cold, you’re officially one of my people. Or warm it up in the mornings for breakfast and feel oddly proud of your rebellious dish choice. Thighs and taters for breakfast? Heck yeah.

Variations and Substitutions

Honestly, subbing honey for sugar in the mash could work. I once swapped the soy sauce with tamari. Woo, secret ingredient alert! And sesame oil got nixed, but who missed it? Not me. Welcome to cooking roulette, folks.

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Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Mashed Potatoes Delight

This creamy and flavorful dish features perfectly seared garlic butter chicken thighs paired with smooth mashed potatoes for a comforting meal everyone will love.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• ▢ 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ▢ 5 cloves garlic minced
• ▢ 2 cups russet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
• ▢ 0.5 cup whole milk warmed
• ▢ 1 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
• ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• While potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
• Add chicken thighs to the skillet and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
• Lower heat to medium, add butter and garlic to the skillet. Cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
• Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning garlic butter over them. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes until cooked through.
• Mash cooked potatoes with warmed milk, remaining butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
• Serve the garlic butter chicken thighs on a bed of mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.