This comforting and elegant dinner features juicy herb-roasted chicken thighs smothered in a creamy garlic sauce, paired with fluffy mashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots. It’s the perfect balance of savory, buttery, and slightly sweet flavors—ideal for a cozy family meal or a dinner party.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup whole milk (or more to adjust texture)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Glazed Carrots:
1 lb baby carrots
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
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