Honey Balsamic Chicken, Creamy Mashed Potatoes
A warm, cozy meal featuring tender chicken glazed with honey and balsamic vinegar, served with creamy mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- Chives, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in honey and balsamic vinegar, stir and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat with glaze, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- For mashed potatoes, boil diced potatoes in water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and return to the pot.
- Add butter and milk to the potatoes, mash until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve chicken over mashed potatoes, drizzled with extra glaze, and garnish with fresh chives.
Notes
For extra tender chicken, marinate it in the honey and balsamic mixture for a few hours before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.