Roast Chicken with Gravy and Mashed Potatoes
A quick and comforting plate of juicy roast chicken leg, rich gravy, and creamy mashed potatoes, topped with fresh green onions and red pepper for a pop of color. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1 large chicken leg
- 2 medium potatoes
- ½ cup chicken gravy
- 2 tbsp green onions
- 2 tbsp red pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1
Boil the 2 medium potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with 1 tbsp butter and a splash of milk or water until smooth.
- 2
While potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium-high. Add the 1 large chicken leg and cook until golden and cooked through, about 8 minutes per side. Check that juices run clear.
- 3
Warm the 0.5 cup chicken gravy in a small saucepan over medium heat until bubbling, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Plate the mashed potatoes, top with the chicken leg, and pour the gravy over. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped green onions and 2 tbsp diced red pepper before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- skillet
- small saucepan
- masher
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