Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mashed Peas Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mashed Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the chicken; 2 chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons paprika; For the mashed peas; 9 ounces frozen peas or 9 ounces canned peas; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 teaspoon chili flakes; 1 teaspoon cumin

Servings: persons

1
Preheat a griddle pan.
2
In a small bowl mix together the oil, cayenne pepper and paprika.
3
Rub the oily spices over the chicken breasts.
4
Place the breasts in the griddle pan and griddle for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.
5
While the chicken is cooking, boil the peas for 3 minutes or until soft.
6
Drain.
7
Place the peas, oil, garlic, chilli flakes and cumin in a food processor and blitz until smooth (or mash with a fork).
8
Spoon the mashed peas on to a plate.
9
Top with the spicy chicken and serve.

216

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the chicken, 2 chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mashed Peas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mashed Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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