Sweet & Savory BBQ Chicken with Creamy Garlic Potatoes
A delicious balance of sweet BBQ chicken and creamy garlic potatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the BBQ Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Use your favorite BBQ sauce.
For the Creamy Garlic Potatoes
- 2 cups potatoes, diced Choose starchy potatoes for fluffier mash.
- 2 tablespoons butter Use unsalted butter for better flavor control.
- 1/2 cup cream Can substitute with low-fat milk or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or your choice of cheese.
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives for garnish Chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts and cover with BBQ sauce.
Cooking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the chicken is baking, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return to the pot.
- Add butter, cream, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mash until creamy and stir in cheese.
Serving
- Serve the BBQ chicken on plates with a side of creamy garlic potatoes, garnished with chives if desired.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken in BBQ sauce for a few hours or overnight for the best flavor. Experiment with different BBQ sauces for various tastes. Incorporate herbs or spices into the potatoes to enhance the flavor.