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Grilled Chicken with Creamy Mash & Garden Salad

A delicious and versatile dish featuring grilled chicken paired with creamy mashed potatoes and a fresh garden salad, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Grilled Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme) for garnish
For the Creamy Mash
  • 2 pounds potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)
  • ½ cup milk add more if you want it creamier
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Garden Salad
  • 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ piece cucumber, sliced
  • ¼ piece red onion, thinly sliced
  • Your favorite dressing (a tangy vinaigrette works beautifully!)

Method
 

Grilling the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts in the mixture, ensuring they’re well covered. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill, cooking for about 6-7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Once done, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Creamy Mash Magic
  1. Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks.
  2. Place the potatoes in a pot of boiling salted water. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and return them to the pot.
  3. Add the butter, milk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mash until creamy and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Assemble the Garden Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle with your favorite dressing and toss gently.
Serve and Enjoy!
  1. On a plate, slice the grilled chicken and serve alongside a generous scoop of creamy mash and a delightful helping of garden salad. Garnish the chicken with fresh herbs.

Notes

If your grill starts to smoke a little too much, don’t panic. That’s just the flavor. Adjust the heat if necessary.