CHICKEN WITH HERBED PEA PUREE AND SPINACH
This pan-roasted chicken thigh dinner is a winning combo of warm, crispy skin, cool baby spinach, and a creamy pea puree (the puree also makes a great dip for vegetables). Keep an extra batch in the fridge for midday snacking.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Cook peas in a small pot of boiling salted water 1 minute. Drain; transfer to a food processor. Add 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon juice, 1 tablespoon cheese, and 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper; process until texture is similar to hummus. Add cilantro and 1 packed cup spinach; puree.
- Pat chicken dry; season with salt and pepper. Stir together remaining 2 tablespoons cheese and 1/2 teaspoon zest. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken, skin-side down; cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Spoon off fat and discard. Flip chicken and sprinkle with cheese mixture. Transfer to oven; roast until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss remaining 3 cups spinach with remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken with puree, spinach, and lemon wedges.
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Rajesh Kumar
[email protected]This dish was delicious and easy to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pea puree was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Daniel Haidar
[email protected]This was the best chicken dish I've ever had! The pea puree and spinach were the perfect accompaniments. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Marcy Carpenter
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't use enough salt. I'll definitely try it again with more salt.
Edem Effiong
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of the pea puree, but the chicken was delicious. I would make this dish again, but I would omit the pea puree.
Leelee Morroow
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pea puree was incredibly smooth and creamy.
Presentah Ptar
[email protected]The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the pea puree was delicious. I'll try this recipe again with a lower cooking temperature.
md Sagour
[email protected]This dish was a bit too complicated for a weeknight meal, but it was worth the effort. The chicken was delicious and the pea puree was very flavorful.
Noleen Banda
[email protected]I loved the crispy skin on the chicken, and the pea puree was a great accompaniment. Definitely a keeper!
LUKYAMUZI IBRAHIM
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was very good.
Ryan Sparks
[email protected]I thought the chicken was a bit dry, but the pea puree and spinach were delicious.
Debra Nixon
[email protected]Wow! This dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the pea puree was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Eze Ebuka
[email protected]The pea puree was a bit bland for my taste, but the chicken was cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a good dish.
Makenzie Ernst
[email protected]This dish was delicious and easy to make. I especially enjoyed the crispy skin on the chicken. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Pappu Mollik
[email protected]Great recipe! The pea puree was a bit tricky to make, but the final result was worth it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach added a nice freshness to the dish.
edward mwangi
[email protected]Absolutely loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pea puree was incredibly smooth and flavorful.
mohibullah kamawall
[email protected]This chicken dish was a hit with my family! The pea puree and spinach added a delicious and vibrant touch to the meal. Will definitely be making this again.