Description
This Creamy Marmite Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a savory sauce made with Marmite, crème fraîche, and parmesan, served alongside microwave-steamed vegetables and your choice of quinoa or mashed potatoes. The dish balances rich umami flavors with creamy textures, making it a comforting yet sophisticated meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken & Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 skin-on chicken breasts
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, grated
- ½ tbsp Marmite
- 200ml low-salt chicken stock
- 100g crème fraîche
- 10g parmesan, finely grated
Vegetables & Garnish
- 240g bag of microwave vegetables
- 10g chives, finely chopped
To Serve
- Quinoa or mashed potatoes
Instructions
- Prepare and brown the chicken: Pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a deep frying pan and heat over medium heat until shimmering. Lightly season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy. Flip the breasts over and cook the other side until they are nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté the onion and garlic: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan. Tip in the finely chopped onion and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to soften and become translucent. Add the grated garlic and cook for another 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Create the Marmite sauce: Stir in the Marmite until it dissolves evenly in the pan. Pour in the low-salt chicken stock, followed by the crème fraîche and finely grated parmesan. Mix well to combine all ingredients into a creamy sauce. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken in the sauce: Return the chicken breasts to the pan, placing them skin-side up. Simmer gently in the sauce for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). This allows the chicken to absorb the rich flavors of the Marmite sauce.
- Prepare vegetables and finish dish: Cook the microwave vegetables according to the package instructions. Once done, sprinkle the finely chopped chives over the chicken and sauce. Serve the creamy Marmite chicken with your choice of quinoa or mashed potatoes alongside the vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can reduce it slightly by simmering a few extra minutes before adding the chicken back in.
- Marmite is a strongly flavored yeast extract; adjust the quantity to taste if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Using skin-on chicken breasts helps retain moisture and adds a crispy texture to the dish.
- Substitute crème fraîche with sour cream or Greek yogurt for a slightly different flavor profile.
- For added freshness, garnish with extra chopped herbs such as parsley or thyme.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: Creamy Marmite chicken, Marmite sauce, chicken breast recipe, easy chicken dinner, British chicken recipe, creamy chicken with vegetables
