Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls

Better than takeout grilled chicken mashed potato bowls are the perfect 20-minute restaurant version you can make at home. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to keeping the chicken juicy and the mashed potatoes creamy. The crispy, golden chicken and the melty, comforting mashed potatoes will make your family beg for this dinner. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try these crispy fried potatoes on the side and For another easy dinner idea, try these garlic butter meatballs and potatoes.

What You'll Need for Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 medium potatoes
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese

How to Make Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls

1. Step 1: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Step 2: Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
3. Step 3: While chicken is cooking, peel and dice potatoes. Boil until tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Step 4: Drain potatoes and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Divide mashed potatoes and sliced chicken between bowls. Top with optional toppings and serve.

Storing & Reheating Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated. Chicken is best cooked fresh.

Freezing Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a faster cooking potato, use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for even more tender meat.
• Make-ahead: Mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated. Chicken is best cooked fresh.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
• Troubleshooting: If your mashed potatoes are too thick, add more milk. If they're too thin, cook them on the stove over medium heat until they thicken.

Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

30 mins

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Serves

2 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 medium potatoes
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Seasonings

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Step 2: Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
3. Step 3: While chicken is cooking, peel and dice potatoes. Boil until tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Step 4: Drain potatoes and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Divide mashed potatoes and sliced chicken between bowls. Top with optional toppings and serve.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a faster cooking potato, use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for even more tender meat.
• Make-ahead: Mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated. Chicken is best cooked fresh.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
• Troubleshooting: If your mashed potatoes are too thick, add more milk. If they're too thin, cook them on the stove over medium heat until they thicken.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: Mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated. Chicken is best cooked fresh.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 42g
• Fat: 28g
• Carbs: 55g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 14g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Better Than Takeout Grilled Chicken Mashed Potato Bowls and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!