Chicken with Balsamic Brussels & Mashed Potatoes

recipe

• Step 1
  Preheat the oven to 190°C. Peel & dice the potatoes.
• Step 2
  Wash & slice the Brussels sprouts in half.
• Step 3
  On a sheet tray lined with parchment paper, add the Brussels sprouts. Drizzle with olive oil & toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper & the balsamic vinegar. Toss & roast for 20-25 min at 190 °C.
• Step 4
  Meanwhile, in a pot of salted boiling water, add the potatoes & cook for 15 min, over medium heat.
• Step 5
  Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan, over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the pan & cook for 4-5 min on each side. Season with salt & pepper.
• Step 6
  Once the potatoes are soft, drain them. Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the potatoes in the pot until softened. Stir in the butter (optional), milk, salt & pepper. Mash again until smooth.
• Step 7
  Once golden & crisp, remove the Brussels sprouts from the oven. Serve them alongside the mashed potatoes & grilled chicken. Re-season to taste & enjoy !