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Cooked rosemary chicken in large black frying pan.

Easy Rosemary Chicken

By: Deborah
This easy rosemary chicken recipe features juicy chicken seasoned with fresh rosemary, then perfectly pan fried. A simple yet flavourful dinner idea ready in under an 30 minutes!
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes
TOTAL: 15 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: British
Servings: 2 people
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Ingredients

  • 2 skinless chicken breasts each breast butterflied into 2 pieces
  • 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary leaves removed and stalks discarded (see Tips)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp rapeseed oil

Instructions

  • On a large piece of cling film, season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper and then sprinkle with the rosemary leaves.   Fold the cling film over the chicken and bash with a rolling pin (or similar) to flatten the chicken to 1.5 cm thick.
  • Heat a griddle pan or large frying pan on a high heat for 3 to 5 minutes, reduce the heat to medium, then add the oil and the chicken.   Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.
  • Serve and enjoy with the sides of your choice...it's delicious with sautéed new potatoes with rosemary, or roast mixed vegetables and soubise sauce.

Notes

  • Rosemary - you can use dried rosemary if fresh is unavailable, but note that the flavour is more concentrated, so use about half the amount.
  • Herb and Spice Additions - try adding herbs like thyme, oregano or sage for extra flavour depth.   These can compliment the rosemary well.  You could also add a touch of lemon zest or lemon juice to add brightness to the dish.
  • Marinade Option - for a sweet and savoury contrast, you could use a marinade with olive oil, balsamic vinegar or lemon juice along with rosemary, garlic and a touch of honey.
  • Leftovers - shred leftover chicken and use it in sandwiches or wraps with fresh veggies and houmous.   You could also chop up the chicken and toss it into a grain bowl or add it to a pasta salad for a quick lunch the next day.
  • The easy rosemary chicken recipe is easily adapted if you're cooking for less or more people.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.02g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 648mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

KEYWORDS fresh rosemary, Jamie Oliver, Jamie's 15 Minute Meals, pan fried chicken breast, quick meal
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