“Cheesy Herb-Crusted Chicken over Garlic Mashed Potatoes”

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“Cheesy Herb-Crusted Chicken over Garlic Mashed Potatoes”

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • Olive oil for frying
• For the Mashed Potatoes:
  • 6 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Garnish:
  • Dried herbs (such as parsley or thyme)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
   • Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
   • Drain the potatoes and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
   • Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat.

1. Assemble the Dish:
   • Spread the mashed potatoes in a baking dish.
   • Place the fried chicken breasts on top of the mashed potatoes.
   • Sprinkle the grated cheeses over the chicken.
   • Garnish with dried herbs.
2. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.
3. Serve:
   • Serve hot, optionally with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.

Enjoy your meal! If you need any adjustments to the recipe or have any other questions, feel free to ask!