Ultimate Smothered Chicken over Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Peppers & Mushrooms
Tender chicken smothered in a savory mushroom and bell pepper sauce, served over silky Yukon gold mashed potatoes. A hearty, comforting dish perfect for family meals or weekend gatherings.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1½ tsp salt, divided
- 1½ lb chicken breast tenders or boneless chicken pieces
- 1 tsp black pepper, divided
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- ½ cup warm milk or cream
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced
- ½ yellow bell pepper, sliced
- ½ green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Place peeled and chopped Yukon gold potatoes in a pot of salted water (use 1 tsp salt). Boil for 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Drain and mash: Drain the potatoes, return to the pot for 1 minute to steam-dry. Mash with 2 tbsp butter, warm milk/cream, and ½ tsp salt until creamy.
- Season the chicken: Pat chicken dry. Toss with ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter. Cook onion, mushrooms, and bell peppers for 7–9 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- Add garlic and broth: Stir in minced garlic, cook for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in 1 tbsp butter and chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with remaining salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto plates, top with cooked chicken, and generously ladle the vegetable sauce over the chicken.
Notes
Use Yukon gold potatoes for a naturally buttery flavor. Substitute chicken pieces for even cooking. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Increase the smokiness with a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
Increase the smokiness with a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.