Greek Couscous Salad with Feta Yogurt Dressing

This is a fresh and zesty weeknight meal you can knock up in under 30 minutes – maybe even 20, if you get your act together. Feeds 4 Ingredients 2 skin-on, boneless chicken breastsSalt and pepper1 mugful (dried) wholewheat couscous1 lemonOlive oil1 red pepper2/3 cucumber2 handfuls cherry tomatoes½ small red onion (¼ of a largeContinue reading “Greek Couscous Salad with Feta Yogurt Dressing”

Cheat’s Chicken Shashlik

Fresh, smoky and fabulously spiced, this meal feels like a trip to the curry house (but without all the calories). Very quick to cook, too. Use whichever curry paste you like, just make sure it’s the paste sold in jars, not curry powder. On the subject of jars, the mint yogurt is made using theContinue reading “Cheat’s Chicken Shashlik”

Cosy Chicken Casserole with Herby Scones

I love the rustic, vaguely French vibe of this meal – and just wait until you taste it. My husband and I both agreed it was one of the nicest chicken dishes we’ve ever had, proving one needn’t reinvent the wheel in order to cook something truly amazing. The slightly radical element here is theContinue reading “Cosy Chicken Casserole with Herby Scones”

Homemade Chicken Fingers

If I’m in the mood for something junky, these crispy chicken fingers always hit the spot. The best part is they’re actually pretty good for you! Feeds 2, but easily scaled up with a second baking tray Ingredients 1 + 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/3 cup finely grated parmesan 2Continue reading “Homemade Chicken Fingers”

Chicken Parmigiana with a Rocket Salad

A healthier version of the classic. Satisfying, comforting, and easy to make – what more do you need? Feeds 2, but easily scaled up Ingredients For the chicken: 2 medium chicken breasts Salt and pepper 2 heaped tbsp flour 1 egg 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan 1Continue reading “Chicken Parmigiana with a Rocket Salad”

Whole BBQ’d Chicken with a Rosemary and Honey Glaze

This chicken occupies a special place in my heart, as it’s my closet approximation to a roast chicken I ate in Tuscany cooked by our Italian host family. Obviously the food was terrific, but when combined with the company, the atmosphere and the surroundings, it was sublime. I intend to recreate the entire meal oneContinue reading “Whole BBQ’d Chicken with a Rosemary and Honey Glaze”

Chicken in a Creamy Mushroom and Brandy Sauce

An elegant but surprisingly easy meal that will make you feel as though you’ve stumbled into a French bistro. Lay down a white tablecloth, light lots of candles and uncork a bottle of creamy Chardonnay for a chic evening in. Travel, in the comfort of your own kitchen. In terms of accompaniments this needs nothingContinue reading “Chicken in a Creamy Mushroom and Brandy Sauce”

Orange Rosemary Roast Chicken with Sweet Potato and Carrot Puree

Otherwise known as Orange Chicken with Orange Mash. I love chicken legs for this because you get huge flavour from the bone, no carving required. (Legs also offer great value.) However, for those breast-inclined among you, four skin-on, bone-in chicken breasts would be just fine, too, though you’d need to reduce the cooking time slightly.Continue reading “Orange Rosemary Roast Chicken with Sweet Potato and Carrot Puree”

Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Bake

This dish reminds me of a dinner my mum used to make for me – she took an uncharacteristic shortcut and made hers with cream of broccoli soup, as I recall. For me, it is comfort and nostalgia on a plate. This version dispenses with the tin of soup, but I redress the balance byContinue reading “Chicken, Mushroom & Broccoli Bake”

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Easy to make, and really hits the spot. Perfect if you fancy something a bit junky but still want to stay on track. Because despite its crispy credentials, this is lighter than it looks! Serve with oven-baked sweet potato fries for a healthier pub meal at home. Feeds 2 Ingredients 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighsContinue reading “Crispy Chicken Sandwich”