Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with Robin's Potato Chip Chicken and Garlic Mashed Potatoes! Imagine crispy, golden-brown chicken with an irresistible potato chip crust that delivers a satisfying crunch in every single bite, paired with creamy, garlic-infused mashed potatoes that will make your taste buds dance. This recipe is not just a meal; it's a game-changing comfort food experience that combines the nostalgic crunch of potato chips with tender, juicy chicken in a way you've never tasted before.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups potato chips, crushed
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure crispy coating adherence. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place crushed potato chips in a shallow dish. Thoroughly coat each chicken breast in the crushed chips, pressing gently to help chips adhere to the surface.
- Arrange potato chip-coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake chicken for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and coating is golden brown and crispy.
- While chicken bakes, place peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add a pinch of salt.
- Bring potatoes to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add minced garlic, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Mash potatoes until smooth and creamy, adjusting milk and seasoning to taste.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from oven to retain juiciness.
- Plate chicken alongside garlic mashed potatoes and serve immediately.
Tips
- Choose the right potato chips: Use sturdy, thick-cut chips that will create a robust, crispy coating. Avoid thin, delicate chips that might become soggy.
- Pat the chicken completely dry before coating to ensure maximum chip adhesion and crispiness.
- Press the crushed chips firmly onto the chicken to create a solid, even coating that will crisp up beautifully in the oven.
- Use a meat thermometer to precisely check the chicken's internal temperature - 165°F (74°C) is the sweet spot for perfectly cooked, juicy chicken.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring each bite is moist and flavorful.
- For extra flavor, experiment with different potato chip varieties like sour cream & onion, barbecue, or ranch to create unique flavor profiles.
- To keep the potato chip coating extra crispy, avoid covering the chicken while it rests, which can make the coating soggy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 95mg
