Description
A comforting and delicious dish featuring crispy chicken on creamy mashed potatoes, topped with warm gravy and sweet corn.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breast or thighs
- Mashed potatoes (fresh or instant)
- Canned or frozen corn
- Gravy (store-bought or homemade)
- Sautéed garlic mushrooms (optional)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Fresh herbs (thyme and parsley, optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- If using fresh potatoes, peel and boil them until tender. Mash with butter and cream, seasoning to taste.
- Sauté sliced mushrooms with garlic in a separate pan until golden brown.
- If making homemade gravy, use chicken drippings to create a roux, whisk in broth, and season to taste.
- Assemble the bowls by layering mashed potatoes, chicken, corn, mushrooms, and drizzling with gravy.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
Notes
You can use baked or grilled chicken for a healthier option. Fresh herbs can greatly enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Southern cooking, comfort food, family meals, crispy chicken, mashed potatoes