Pan-seared Chicken Recipe
With roasted garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
Method
Chicken
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Sear the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Roast the Garlic
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap garlic cloves in aluminum foil and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
Cook the Potatoes
Peel and chop the Yukon gold potatoes into quarters. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Mash the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the pot, add butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
Seasonal Vegetables
Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the zucchini, bell pepper, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.