CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SPICY MASHED PEAS

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At work we often discuss what we have eaten and what we are going to eat (make). I jotted down this recipe while a colleague was describing it. Have made it many times and find it quick, easy and above all, tasty.

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
9 ounces frozen peas or 9 ounces canned peas
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.6, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 251.1, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 7, Sugar 7.3, Protein 37.9

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