Chicken & Mashed Potato Bowl
A comforting and hearty meal featuring tender chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and a fresh salad, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Chicken and Preparation
- 2 cups Diced chicken breast
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
Mashed Potatoes
- 4 cups Mashed potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Butter Can be substituted with low-fat butter or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Herbs Any herbs like parsley or chives
Serving Sides
- 2 cups Brown rice Can be substituted with white rice, quinoa, or pasta
- 2 cups Cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup Carrot, grated
- 3 tablespoons Lemon dressing
Instructions
Cooking Chicken
- Sauté the diced chicken breast with chopped onions and minced garlic in a pan until the chicken is no longer pink.
Preparing Mashed Potatoes
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the mashed potatoes. Mix the cooked potatoes with butter and your choice of herbs until smooth and creamy.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over the mashed potatoes with fluffy brown rice on the side.
- Prepare a salad with shredded cabbage and grated carrot, drizzled with lemon dressing.
- Serve everything together in a bowl and enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through. Explore variations by using turkey instead of chicken or adding different vegetables like peas or corn.