Description
This Creamy Marmite Chicken recipe features tender, skin-on chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with Marmite, crème fraîche, and parmesan. Paired with microwave vegetables and quinoa or mash, this dish combines bold flavors with creamy textures for a comforting yet sophisticated meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cooking Oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 skin-on chicken breasts
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, grated
- 240g bag of microwave vegetables
- 10g chives, finely chopped
Sauce Ingredients
- ½ tbsp Marmite
- 200ml low-salt chicken stock
- 100g crème fraîche
- 10g parmesan, finely grated
Serving Suggestion
- Quinoa or mash, to serve
Instructions
- Brown the chicken: Pour 1 tbsp of olive oil into a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once shimmering, season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper, then lay them skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy. Turn the chicken over and cook on the other side until nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté the onion and garlic: Pour the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil into the same pan. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 10 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the grated garlic and cook for an additional 3 minutes to release its flavors.
- Prepare the sauce: Stir in ½ tbsp of Marmite into the onions and garlic. Then pour in 200ml of low-salt chicken stock, 100g of crème fraîche, and 10g of finely grated parmesan. Mix well to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer the chicken in sauce: Return the chicken breasts to the pan, placing them skin-side up in the sauce. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through, and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Cook the vegetables and finish the dish: While the chicken simmers, cook the microwave vegetables according to the package instructions. Once cooked, sprinkle the finely chopped chives over the chicken and serve immediately with the vegetables and your choice of quinoa or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are thoroughly cooked by checking that the internal temperature has reached 75°C (165°F).
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer it a few minutes longer before adding the chicken back in.
- Marmite has a strong flavor; adjust the quantity to taste if you prefer a milder sauce.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the chicken stock and Marmite are gluten-free certified.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: Creamy Marmite Chicken, Marmite chicken breasts, easy chicken recipes, creamy chicken sauce, weeknight dinner, British cuisine
