Creamy Pepper Chicken with Mash

This plate is straight-up comfort goals—tender chicken strips smothered in a silky cream sauce with sweet bell peppers, served next to ultra-smooth mashed potatoes. Cozy, rich, and totally weeknight-worthy, this is the kind of meal that hits different after a long day.

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the Chicken & Sauce:

1 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

2 tbsp butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Salt & black pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped

For the Mashed Potatoes:

2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed

2 tbsp butter

1/4 cup warm milk or cream

Salt to taste

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Make the Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain, mash with butter and warm milk, season with salt, and keep warm.

Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sear chicken until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Sauté the Peppers: In the same pan, add bell peppers and cook until soft but still vibrant, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

Build the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and cream. Simmer gently, then stir in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.

Finish: Return chicken to the pan, coat in sauce, and simmer 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Serve: Spoon creamy chicken and peppers next to a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 15 min

Cooking Time: 25 min

Total Time: 40 min

Kcal: ~620 kcal

Servings: 2