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Southern Comfort: Herb-Roasted Chicken with Carrot Purée and Mashed Potato Swirl

Prep 15 minutes | Cook 30 minutes | Advanced | Serves 4 | Southern

This dish is a warm embrace on a plate, bringing the heart of Southern comfort into your home. Tender herb-roasted chicken legs are elevated with a vibrant carrot purée and a creamy mashed potato swirl, creating a symphony of flavors and textures.

What you have

• 4 chicken legs
• 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 cups mashed potatoes

Method

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: In a baking dish, coat the chicken legs with olive oil, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
3. Step 3: While the chicken is roasting, boil carrots in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and blend with butter and heavy cream until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Step 4: Reheat mashed potatoes and swirl in some fresh parsley for color and flavor.
5. Step 5: To serve, place a dollop of carrot purée and a swirl of mashed potatoes on each plate. Top with a roasted chicken leg and sprinkle with parsley.

Serving suggestion

Steamed green beans with a dash of lemon zest.

A glass of chilled Chardonnay.