Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A delightful meal blending sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless, skinless for best results
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 piece lemon (juiced)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor
- 4 cloves garlic (minced) Fresh for a stronger flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt
For the garlic mashed potatoes
- 4 large potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 1/2 cup milk Adjust for desired creaminess
- 4 tablespoons butter Add more if desired
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix honey, lemon juice, black pepper, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the honey lemon mixture over them, coating well.
Cooking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, boil the chopped potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Drain the potatoes, then mash them with milk, butter, and additional salt to taste.
Serving
- Serve the chicken hot from the oven, alongside a generous scoop of garlic mashed potatoes.
- Garnish the chicken with a slice of lemon or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley.
Notes
For even more flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey lemon mixture for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Fresh minced garlic adds a stronger flavor compared to powdered garlic. Adjust seasoning according to taste.