Creamy Chicken And Broccoli
A comforting and hearty dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 3 whole chicken legs
- 1 tsp paprika
- Juice of half a lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 white onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 potatoes peeled and chopped
- 2 carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup cream
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken legs on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and lemon juice.
- Massage the seasoning into the chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the marinated chicken in a pan over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides. Set the chicken aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the potatoes and carrots for 2-3 minutes. Set them aside.
- Add 2 tbsp of butter to the pan. Once melted, add the chopped white onion and minced garlic.
- Sauté until fragrant. Add the chicken back into the pan, then pour in the water. Season with additional salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cover the pan with a lid and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, basting and checking the chicken regularly.
- Add the potatoes and carrots, and simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Stir in the cream and simmer for 2 more minutes. Add the blanched broccoli and chopped parsley.
- Simmer for an additional 2 minutes, then serve hot.