Description
Chicken and Garlic Gravy with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes is a warm, satisfying dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a buttery, garlicky gravy paired with creamy, plant-based cheesy mashed potatoes. This comforting meal combines rich flavors, smooth textures, and savory herbs, perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Gravy
- 4 chicken breasts or thighs
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp plant-based butter
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for garnish
For the Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
- 2 pounds potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 3 tbsp plant-based butter
- 1/2 cup shredded plant-based cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into even chunks. Boil them in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly and return to the pot for mashing.
- Make the Mashed Potatoes: Mash the potatoes with warm plant-based milk, plant-based butter, and shredded plant-based cheese until smooth, creamy, and cheesy. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Keep warm.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper. Heat plant-based butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Gravy: In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add vegetable broth and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), stirring to lift browned bits. Sprinkle in natural gelling agent mixed with a little cold water and whisk continuously until gravy thickens.
- Combine and Finish: Return chicken to the pan, coating it with garlic gravy. Simmer for a few minutes to absorb flavors. Plate a scoop of cheesy mashed potatoes, top with chicken and gravy, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Yukon Gold potatoes yield creamier mashed potatoes; Russets give fluffier texture.
- Add garlic gradually to control intensity and avoid overpowering flavors.
- Mix the natural gelling agent with cold water before adding to gravy to prevent clumps.
- Let the chicken rest a few minutes after cooking to retain juices.
- Prepare mashed potatoes and gravy separately ahead of time for easy reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: chicken, garlic gravy, cheesy mashed potatoes, plant-based cheese, comfort food, easy dinner
