Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Place the chicken breast on a cutting board and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, chopped fresh thyme, and chopped fresh parsley.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the chicken breast for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden, then transfer to a baking dish.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil the medium potato in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, wrap the garlic cloves in foil with a drizzle of olive oil and roast them in the oven alongside the chicken for about 10-12 minutes until soft and caramelized.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes with the roasted garlic, adding the skim milk and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste until smooth and creamy.
Plate the herb-crusted chicken and serve with a generous side of roasted garlic mashed potatoes.
Enjoy your balanced meal with an enticing blend of herb-infused chicken and creamy, garlic-scented mashed potatoes.