Easy Chicken Sunday Lunch for Two

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
Easy Chicken Sunday Lunch for Two
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup chicken stock
7 tablespoons red wine
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 pinch sugar
12 new potatoes
3 1/2 ounces goose fat or 3 1/2 ounces other fat
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion , finely chopped
5 ounces asparagus
3 ounces fresh peas
3 ounces salted butter , softened
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
620
Sugar
4g
Fat
37g
This easy chicken recipe is perfect for a cozy Sunday lunch at home. It’s a hearty and flavorful meal that will fill you up without making you feel too heavy or bloated. With fresh asparagus and peas, and crispy golden potatoes, this dish offers a great mix of textures and flavors. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the wine sauce is rich and savory. It’s the perfect meal to enjoy with someone special, or by yourself with a good book or movie. Give it a try and let your taste buds be the judge!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Wash and cook the potatoes for 10-15 minutes until they are tender but still hold their shape.
3.Drain and let cool.
4.In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat and season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side.
5.Add chicken stock, red wine, cornstarch, sugar into the pan, and stir gently. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for 2-4 minutes until sauce has thickened and chicken is fully cooked.
6.In the meantime, heat goose fat or other fat, and the remaining olive oil in another skillet. Add onions and cook until they are translucent. Then, add the potatoes and sauté them for 5-7 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Finally, add asparagus and fresh peas to the same skillet and cook for another 3-5 minutes until they are tender but still green.
7.Take off heat, and stir in salted butter and chopped sage.
8.Transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish and spoon the vegetables around the chicken.
9.Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until everything is heated through. Serve hot.

PROS

This easy chicken recipe is quick, healthy, and flavorful.
It’s perfect for a Sunday lunch for two.

Chicken is a great source of protein and the vegetables will provide you with healthy nutrients and fiber.
With just a few ingredients you have a delicious meal that will satisfy your taste buds.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of time to prepare and requires a few different steps.
If you don’t cook regularly, you might find some of the steps a bit daunting at first.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is naturally low in fat. Asparagus and peas are both high in vitamins and nutrients, including vitamin K, vitamin C, folate, and fiber. Sage has been linked to supporting healthy brain function.
However, this recipe does require a bit of oil and butter, which can add calories and fat to your meal. In moderation, though, these ingredients can be part of a healthy diet.

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