Chicken & Garlic Gravy with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes (Print Version)

Chicken & garlic gravy with cheesy mashed potatoes - tender chicken smothered in rich garlic gravy served over creamy, cheese-loaded mashed potatoes.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-friendly option available

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
03 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Flavor Boosters

05 - 8-10 cloves fresh garlic, minced
06 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 4 tablespoons butter

→ Cheesy Goodness

09 - 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
10 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened

→ Seasonings & Finishing

11 - Salt and black pepper to taste
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add chicken skin-side down and sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 5 minutes more. Remove and set aside.
02 - Pour off most fat from skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons. Add minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Add a splash of chicken broth to deglaze, scraping up browned bits.
03 - Whisk flour into garlic mixture and cook 1 minute. Gradually add remaining chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Return chicken to skillet, cover, and simmer 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
04 - Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly and return to pot.
05 - Remove chicken from gravy. Stir in heavy cream and thyme, then season with salt and pepper. The gravy should coat the back of a spoon.
06 - Mash potatoes with butter and cream cheese until smooth. Fold in grated cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken over mashed potatoes, smothered with garlic gravy and garnished with chives.

# Notes:

01 - Don't rush the chicken searing for maximum flavor development.
02 - Store chicken and gravy together, mashed potatoes separately for best reheating results.
03 - Greek yogurt can replace half the heavy cream for a lighter version.
04 - Sprinkle extra cheese on top of plated mashed potatoes for extra indulgence.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large cast iron skillet
02 - potato masher
03 - whisk
04 - large pot

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 485
Total Fat: 28g
Total Carbohydrate: 32g
Protein: 35g

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