Mashed-Potato-Stuffed Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   In a medium saucepan, bring potatoes and enough cold water to cover to a boil. Simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 15 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain and return potatoes to pan.
4. 4
   Add milk, 2 tablespooons butter, and lemon peel. Mash until smooth. Can add other seasonings if desired.
5. 5
   Season with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Transfer potatoes to a work surface, flatten into an even round and cut into quarters.
7. 7
   Run your fingers under the skin of each chicken breast to separate it from the meat.
8. 8
   Place one quarter of the potatoes unter the skin, gently pressing to evenly distribute.
9. 9
   Place stuffed chicken breasts in a roasting pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Bake until tender and juices run clear, about 40 minutes.
11. 11
    Transfer to chicken to a plate. Stir lemon juice, parsley and remaining butter into the pan juices, scraping any borwned bits from the bottom. Spoon sauce over the chicken and serve.