Hot Toddy Chicken With Pancetta and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
Hot Toddy Chicken With Pancetta and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

12 slices pancetta
6 boneless chicken breasts , with skin
salt and black pepper
3 1/2 ounces butter , softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 lemons , juice and zest of
1/4 pint whiskey , of your choice
2 tablespoons honey
6 fluid ounces hot chicken stock
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 lbs potatoes , cut into small chunks
4 tablespoons single cream
2 ounces butter , softened
2 -4 garlic cloves , peeled & crushed
salt and black pepper
parsley , to garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
781
Sugar
7g
Fat
46g
Hot Toddy Chicken With Pancetta and Garlic Mashed Potatoes is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for cold winter nights. The dish features boneless chicken breasts wrapped in crispy pancetta, then cooked in the oven and smothered in a rich whiskey sauce. The garlic mashed potatoes add a creamy and delicious side. Although not the healthiest meal, it is perfect for indulging in once in a while and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of pancetta and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3.Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken to the pan.
4.Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until browned and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
5.Bake for 30 minutes.
6.In a small saucepan, mix together the butter, lemon zest, and juice, whiskey, honey, hot chicken stock, and flour over low heat.
7.Cook, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
8.Remove the skillet from the oven and pour the sauce over the chicken breasts.
9.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the potatoes.
10.Cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 20 minutes.
11.Drain the potatoes and mash them with the single cream, butter, and garlic.
12.Add salt and pepper to taste and serve with the chicken.

PROS

The combination of pancetta, chicken, and whiskey sauce makes for a flavorful and hearty meal.

The garlic mashed potatoes are a delicious and creamy side.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the use of pancetta and butter.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be particularly healthy, chicken is a good source of lean protein and potatoes are a good source of fiber.
The garlic in the mashed potatoes has also been linked to boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.

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