🍗 A savory, satisfying twist on a classic meal, this Teriyaki Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Veggies combines bold, sweet teriyaki flavors with a creamy mushroom-garlic yogurt sauce for a modern, comforting dish. Juicy teriyaki chicken thighs pair beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables, all enhanced by a rich, garlicky drizzle. 🧄✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Teriyaki Chicken
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🥔 Mashed Potatoes
• 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp milk (or more for desired consistency)
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🥗 Roasted Vegetables
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🥣 Creamy Mushroom-Garlic Sauce
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms, sautéed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon juice 🍋
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Water (to thin if needed)
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🔥 Instructions
1. Cook the Teriyaki Chicken
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Sear chicken thighs on both sides until lightly browned.
• Lower heat, add teriyaki sauce, and simmer for 5–7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and coated in a sticky glaze.
• Remove from heat and keep warm.
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2. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
• Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
• Drain and mash with butter and milk, adding salt and pepper to taste.
• Keep warm.
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3. Roast the Vegetables
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Toss broccoli and carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
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4. Make the Creamy Mushroom-Garlic Sauce
• Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
• Sauté mushrooms until tender and golden.
• Combine sautéed mushrooms, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor.
• Blend until smooth, adding water a teaspoon at a time until the sauce is creamy and pourable.
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5. Assemble the Plate
• Serve the teriyaki chicken alongside mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.
• Drizzle the creamy mushroom-garlic sauce generously over the roasted vegetables or the entire plate.
• Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.
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✨ A creamy, flavorful meal that brings comfort and a gourmet touch.
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