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Lemon Chicken Roasties with Kale

Cultural Context

Lemon Chicken Roasties with Kale is a delightful dish that embodies the rustic flavors of Italian cuisine. Originating from the tradition of roasting meats and vegetables together, this dish celebrates the bounty of seasonal ingredients. The bright acidity of lemon complements the richness of the chicken, while the kale adds a nutritious touch. It’s a comforting meal often enjoyed during family gatherings, with modern variations incorporating different herbs and vegetables based on local availability.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
2.5 tablespoons plain flour
1 lemon
1 large potato
olive oil
butter
salt
1 clove garlic
kale
mild red pepper
rosemary

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a higher smoke point and healthy fats.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Turn the temperature up slightly to keep an eye on the potatoes.

2

Slice the chicken breasts on an angle into strips.

3

Put 2.5 tablespoons of plain flour in a plastic container.

4

Add the chicken strips to the flour and mix to ensure every piece is covered.

5

Squeeze the juice from the lemon into a bowl, keeping the other half for later.

6

Boil water and pour it over the lemon peel to remove bitterness, leaving it for 30 seconds.

7

Melt butter in a pan over slightly higher than medium heat.

8

Add the chicken to the pan, leaving excess flour behind.

9

Cook the chicken for approximately 10 minutes, turning to ensure even cooking and a golden coating.

10

Add the lemon juice and an equal amount of water to the pan with the chicken.

11

Season with salt and let it cook for another minute.

12

Cover the pan and set it aside while preparing the potatoes.

13

Peel one large potato and chop it into 1-2 cm cubes.

14

In a different pan, heat a little olive oil and add the potato cubes, mixing to coat with oil.

15

Cover the potatoes and cook for 5-10 minutes initially, checking every so often.

16

Prepare the kale by washing it and cutting it into strips, removing thick stems if necessary.

17

Chop a mild red pepper into small pieces for the kale.

18

Keep an eye on the potatoes, giving them a toss occasionally.

19

Chop a clove of garlic into small pieces for the kale.

20

Boil some water and add the kale, covering it to return to a boil faster, cooking for approximately 10 minutes.

21

Chop rosemary and add it to the potatoes, seasoning with salt at the end of cooking.

22

Transfer the potatoes to an oven-proof container to keep warm.

Cooking Techniques

searingroastingsautéing

Equipment Needed

plastic containersharp knifepanrubber tongsdifferent panbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Roasted Lemon Chicken with Potatoes and Kale
Local Name: Pollo al limone con patate e cavolo

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