Chicken, Smashed Potatoes & Gravy Recipe

Name: Chicken, Smashed Potatoes & Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered; 3 tablespoons water; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 celery ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bay leaves; 1-1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided; 2-1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup 2% milk; Minced chives, optional

Servings: persons

2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered
3 tablespoons water
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 medium onion, sliced
2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 celery ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup 2% milk
Minced chives, optional

1
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine potatoes and water. Microwave, covered, on high for 10-12 minutes or just until tender. Cool slightly; drain.
2
Transfer potatoes to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add chicken, vegetables, garlic, bay leaves and 1 teaspoon pepper. Pour broth and wine over chicken and vegetables. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165&deg and potatoes are tender. Remove chicken from slow cooker; tent with foil.
3
Strain cooking juices, reserving potatoes and cooking juices; discard remaining vegetables and bay leaves. In a large bowl, mash potatoes with cream cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and enough cooking juices to reach desired consistency; keep warm.
4
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in 1 cup cooking juices, milk and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened.
5
Discard remaining cooking juices. Slice chicken; serve with potatoes, gravy and, if desired, chives.

1065

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered, 3 tablespoons water, 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 medium onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Smashed Potatoes & Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken, Smashed Potatoes & Gravy

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