Name: Golden Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 boneless chicken breast; 1 tsp olive oil; Salt, pepper, garlic powder (optional); Squeeze of lemon (optional); 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 tbsp butter; 2-3 tbsp milk (or plant milk); Salt to taste; 1 cup cucumber, sliced; 1 cup cherry or plum tomatoes, halved; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup arugula; 1 tsp olive oil; 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar; Salt & pepper

Golden Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad

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Golden Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Fresh Garden Salad is a wholesome and satisfying meal that combines juicy chicken, velvety mashed potatoes, and a vibrant salad. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. The pan-seared chicken is seasoned to perfection, while the creamy mashed potatoes provide a comforting side, complemented by the refreshing crunch of fresh garden vegetables. This recipe allows for customization, making it versatile enough for any palate.

Author: Emery
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 2
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 boneless chicken breast
1 tsp olive oil
Salt, pepper, garlic powder (optional)
Squeeze of lemon (optional)
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 tbsp butter
2–3 tbsp milk (or plant milk)
Salt to taste
1 cup cucumber, sliced
1 cup cherry or plum tomatoes, halved
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup arugula
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar
Salt & pepper

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Instructions

Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
Boil diced potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 12-15 minutes), then drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Add salt to taste.
In a mixing bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, and arugula. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice (or vinegar), season with salt and pepper, and toss gently.
Serve sliced chicken breast alongside creamy mashed potatoes and a generous helping of fresh garden salad.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g), 1 cup mashed potatoes (210g), 1 cup salad (150g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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