Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs

Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs

Couverts8
Total time 50 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Season the chicken thighs with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large ovenproof skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the skillet.
  • Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and fresh thyme leaves.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat.
  • Stir in spinach and simmer until the spinach has wilted and the sauce has slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them.
  • Place the skillet into the preheated oven and roast until the chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), about 25-30 minutes.
  • Serve the creamy lemon butter chicken thighs immediately, garnished with additional fresh thyme leaves if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

A crisp, acidic white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay pairs nicely with the bright flavors of lemon and the richness of the buttery sauce.

Nutrition values

Calories: 320 kcal | koolhydraten: 2 g | Eiwitten: 24 g | Vet: 24 g | Suiker: 1 g
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Course; Chicken / Main Course

Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake

Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake

Couverts6
Total time 35 minutes
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Equipment

  • oven
  • Large skillet

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy.
  • Drain excess grease and set the bacon aside on a paper towel.
  • In a gallon-size Ziploc bag, combine olive oil, diced chicken, and Ranch seasoning mix.
  • Seal the bag and shake to coat the chicken evenly.
  • Add the coated chicken to the skillet and cook until no longer pink.
  • Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling water until al dente.
  • Drain and transfer the pasta to the greased baking dish.
  • Add the cooked chicken and Alfredo sauce to the pasta in the baking dish.
  • Mix well to combine.
  • Sprinkle both kinds of cheese and cooked bacon over the pasta mixture.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy your creamy chicken bacon ranch pasta bake!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

A light, crisp white wine like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc would complement the creamy texture and savory flavors of this dish.

Nutrition values

Calories: 480 kcal | koolhydraten: 32 g | Eiwitten: 25 g | Vet: 28 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

Couverts4
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Sear chicken until golden and no longer pink, about 8 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to a plate to let rest, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • Meanwhile, return skillet to medium-high heat and melt butter.
  • Cook mushrooms until golden, about 5 minutes, then add garlic and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add flour and stir until incorporated.
  • Add half-and-half, chicken stock, Parmesan, and oregano, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, 5 minutes.
  • Fold cooked pasta into sauce with chicken (and its juices) and arugula.
  • If sauce is too thick, add pasta water until you reach desired consistency.
  • Top with more Parmesan and serve.
  • Enjoy your creamy chicken and mushroom pasta!
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Savory Honey Garlic Chicken

Savory Honey Garlic Chicken

Couverts4
Total time 45 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and sriracha to make the sauce.
  • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 2 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  • Bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and additional cilantro.
  • Serve over cooked jasmine rice with pan sauce.
  • Enjoy your savory honey garlic chicken!
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Course; Chicken / Main Course

Creamy Garlic Chicken Delight

Creamy Garlic Chicken Delight

Couverts4
Total time 25 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the chicken for 3-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  • In the same skillet, add heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Whisk over medium-high heat until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Add the chopped spinach and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it with the creamy garlic sauce.
  • Serve hot over pasta if desired.
  • Enjoy your creamy garlic chicken delight!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
A light-bodied Chardonnay or a crisp Pinot Grigio would complement the richness of the creamy garlic sauce.

Nutrition values

Calories: 380 kcal | koolhydraten: 7 g | Eiwitten: 32 g | Vet: 24 g | Suiker: 2 g
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Course; Chicken / Main Course

Cheesecake Factory’s Spicy Cashew Chicken

Cheesecake Factory’s Spicy Cashew Chicken

Couverts4
Total time 35 minutes
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Ingredients

For Seasoned Rice Flour:

For Rice Flour Batter:

For Spicy Soy-Sherry Sauce:

For Chicken:

Instructions

  • Prepare Seasoned Rice Flour: Mix all seasoned rice flour ingredients in a bowl.
  • Prepare Rice Flour Batter: Combine all rice flour batter ingredients in a bowl over ice.
  • Keep cold.
  • Prepare Spicy Soy-Sherry Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Cooking the Dish:

  • Toss the chicken with the seasoned flour.
  • Put the batter into a large bowl with the chicken.
  • Carefully combine until well-coated.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook for 3 minutes on each side until browned and crispy.
  • Break apart any pieces that stick together.
  • Add the sauce and cashews into the pan.
  • Also, add in the chicken and green onions.
  • Toss all the ingredients together until well-coated.
  • Let cook for 30 seconds to a minute for the sauce to thicken.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds, parsley, and crushed cashews.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy this spicy, sweet, and crunchy Cheesecake Factory-inspired dish!
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Course; Chicken / Main Course / Nuts

Sticky Pineapple Chicken

Sticky Pineapple Chicken

Couverts4
Total time 30 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the pineapple in half lengthways.
  • Cut around the edge of the pineapple, being careful not to cut through the skin.
  • Slice down and across the pineapple flesh, then scoop out the pineapple cubes with a spoon.
  • Discard the core and set the flesh aside.
  • In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  • Fry for about 10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Add the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic paste to the pan and fry for a couple of minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken stock.
  • Bring to a boil and then simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
  • Once the sauce has thickened, add the chicken back to the pan and stir until evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Serve in the empty pineapple halves, along with some rice and sesame seeds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition values

Calories: 300 kcal | koolhydraten: 20 g | Eiwitten: 25 g | Vet: 10 g | Suiker: 15 g
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Honey Lime Chicken

Honey Lime Chicken

Couverts4
Total time 40 minutes
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine lime juice, honey, and soy sauce.
  • Season the chicken thighs with 1/2 teaspoon of salt thoroughly, including under the skin.
  • In a 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken thighs, skin side down, and cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken skin side gets nicely browned.
  • Turn the chicken so that the skin sides are up, and add the lime-honey mixture to the skillet.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 14 to 18 minutes longer or until done (chicken should register 180 degrees F on an instant thermometer).
  • While cooking, covered, chicken thighs will release their own juices as well.
  • Transfer chicken to plates.
  • Drizzle chicken with pan juices.
  • Top with chopped green onions and serve with lime slices.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair this honey lime chicken with a crisp and fruity white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling. The wine’s acidity will complement the citrusy flavors of the dish, while its fruity notes will balance out the sweetness from the honey. Enjoy!

Nutrition values

Calories: 300 kcal | koolhydraten: 8 g | Eiwitten: 20 g | Vet: 20 g | Suiker: 7 g
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Course; Chicken / Main Course

Herb-Infused Butter Garlic Chicken with Zucchini

Herb-Infused Butter Garlic Chicken with Zucchini

Couverts4
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Equipment

  • large pan

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic, chopped oregano, rosemary, and thyme to the melted butter.
  • Season the chicken thighs or breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the herb-infused butter.
  • Cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the sliced zucchinis to the same pan and sauté until tender.
  • Once the zucchinis are cooked, return the chicken to the pan for an additional minute or two, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the chicken and zucchini hot, either on its own or with a side salad, quinoa, pasta, or rice.
  • For an extra burst of flavor, squeeze some lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

This flavorful dish with herb-infused butter garlic chicken and zucchini pairs excellently with a crisp and refreshing white wine, such as a Chardonnay or a Pinot Grigio. The wine’s acidity and fruity notes complement the herbs and garlic, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutrition values

Calories: 270 kcal | koolhydraten: 6 g | Eiwitten: 25 g | Vet: 16 g | Suiker: 3 g
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Course; Chicken / Main Course