Garlic Herb Chicken Drumsticks with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots 🧄🌿

Garlic Herb Chicken Drumsticks with Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots 🧄🌿

A classic comfort food plate featuring juicy oven-roasted drumsticks coated in garlic herb butter, creamy mashed potatoes with gravy, and sweet baby carrots glazed in butter and herbs. The perfect feel-good meal!

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the chicken drumsticks:

6 chicken drumsticks

2 tbsp butter, melted

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)

½ tsp paprika

Salt & pepper, to taste

For the mashed potatoes:

4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

3 tbsp butter

¼ cup milk or cream

Salt & pepper, to taste

Optional: drizzle of gravy or extra melted butter

For the glazed carrots:

2 cups baby carrots

1 tbsp butter

1 tsp brown sugar or honey

½ tsp dried parsley

Pinch of salt

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Mix butter, garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub all over drumsticks and place them on a baking sheet.

Roast chicken for 35–40 minutes until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).

Boil potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until soft. Drain, mash, and mix with butter and milk. Season to taste.

Simmer carrots in a small pan with butter, sugar/honey, parsley, and a pinch of salt for 10–12 minutes until tender and glossy.

Assemble your plate with chicken, mashed potatoes (drizzle optional gravy or butter), and glazed carrots.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Kcal: ~550 per serving
Servings: 3