Description

Pan-Seared Chicken with Pepper & Mushroom Gravy and Creamy Mashed Potatoes is a comforting and delicious dish that brings the family together for memorable dinners. This recipe features tender chicken breasts seared to perfection, bathed in a rich gravy made with sautéed peppers, mushrooms, and savory chicken stock. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes, it’s a meal that satisfies cravings while being simple enough for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs. In just under an hour, you can serve up this heartwarming dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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4 chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
200g mushrooms, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp flour
250ml chicken stock
1 tsp dried thyme
800g potatoes, peeled and cubed
50g butter
100ml milk

Instructions

Boil peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain, then mash with butter and milk; season to taste.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
In the same skillet, sauté sliced onion, bell peppers, and mushrooms until softened. Add minced garlic and cook briefly.
Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, then gradually pour in chicken stock while stirring until thickened. Return the chicken to the skillet to absorb flavors.
Serve the chicken topped with gravy alongside creamy mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
Calories: 580
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 66g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before serving. Consider substituting mashed potatoes with rice or buttered noodles for a variation.