Roasted Herb Chicken with Garlic Cauliflower Mash

Name: Roasted Herb Chicken with Garlic Cauliflower Mash
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pound chicken thighs (boneless, skinless); 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 head cauliflower (large, cut into florets); 3 clove garlic (minced); 2 tablespoon butter; 0.25 cup heavy cream; 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded); 8 ounce green beans (trimmed)

Succulent roasted chicken thighs infused with aromatic herbs, served alongside a rich and creamy garlic cauliflower mash and crisp green beans for a complete, low-carb meal.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 1 hr 5 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Medium
Cost: $8.96/serving

Dietary

Low-Carb
Gluten-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Sugar
High-Protein

Ingredients

1.5 pound chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 head cauliflower (large, cut into florets)
3 clove garlic (minced)
2 tablespoon butter
0.25 cup heavy cream
0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
8 ounce green beans (trimmed)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Place seasoned chicken thighs on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and nicely browned, flipping once.
While chicken roasts, place cauliflower florets in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until very tender. Drain well.
Return drained cauliflower to the pot. Add butter, minced garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Mash with a potato masher or use an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
Steam or lightly sauté green beans with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Serve roasted herb chicken thighs immediately with garlic cauliflower mash and green beans.

Notes

Leftovers store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To simplify, prepare the cauliflower mash ahead of time and reheat gently before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 670
Protein: 58.5 g
Carbohydrates: 15.5 g
Fat: 42 g
Fiber: 7 g
Sodium: 630 mg
Saturated Fat: 19.5 g
Sugar: 4.5 g
Cholesterol: 240 mg