🌰🌿🐔🥔🧀🍄 Chestnut Garlic Greek Chicken Alfredo with Sage Parmesan Potatoes & Mushroom Cream
This decadent bowl offers a rich tapestry of sophisticated flavors, blending tender chicken grilled with garlic, chestnuts, and Greek herbs, served alongside perfectly crispy sage-garlic potatoes with Parmesan. The entire dish is brought together by an ultra-luxurious chestnut mushroom Alfredo pesto cream sauce, creating a deeply satisfying and unique gourmet meal.
Yields: 2-3 servings
Prep time: 25 minutes (plus chicken marinating time)
Cook time: 30-35 minutes
Ingredients:
🐔🌰🧄🌿 Chicken Grilled with Garlic, Chestnuts, and Greek Herbs:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into ½-inch thick cutlets
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
½ cup roasted chestnuts (peeled and cooked, usually vacuum-packed or jarred), roughly chopped 🌰
1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped 🌿 (or 1 tsp dried)
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
🥔🧀🌿 Crispy Sage-Garlic Potatoes with Parmesan:
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped 🌿 (or 1 tsp dried rubbed sage)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
🍄🧀🌿🌰 Creamy Twist: Luxurious Chestnut Mushroom Alfredo Pesto Cream:
2 tbsp butter 🧈
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
¼ cup fresh basil leaves 🌿 (optional, for pesto feel)
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀 (for sauce)
¼ cup chestnut puree (or 2-3 tbsp additional roasted chestnuts, finely minced/pasted with a splash of cream)
1-2 tsp white truffle oil (optional, for added luxury) 🍄
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare Crispy Sage-Garlic Potatoes with Parmesan:
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss potato cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, chopped fresh sage, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, tender, and gloriously crispy, flipping halfway through.
Marinate & Grill Chicken with Garlic, Chestnuts, and Greek Herbs:
While potatoes roast, in a bowl, toss chicken slices with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, roughly chopped roasted chestnuts, fresh oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Grill or sauté chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred. Keep warm.
Prepare Luxurious Chestnut Mushroom Alfredo Pesto Cream:
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add sliced mushrooms (8 oz portion) and 3 cloves minced garlic. Cook until mushrooms are softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
If using fresh basil for a "pesto" feel, you can either stir it in now or, for a smoother pesto, transfer mushrooms/garlic/basil to a food processor with a splash of cream, blend, then return to the skillet.
Pour in 1 ½ cups heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Stir in the chestnut puree (or finely minced chestnuts) and optional truffle oil. Whisk until well combined and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm over very low heat.
Assemble & Serve:
Reduce the heat of the Alfredo sauce to low. Add the grilled chicken with garlic, chestnuts, and Greek herbs to the sauce and stir to coat.
Divide the crispy sage-garlic potatoes with Parmesan among bowls.
Spoon the luxurious chestnut mushroom Alfredo pesto cream with chicken generously over the potatoes.
Serve immediately and enjoy this incredibly rich and unique gourmet meal!
Tips for Success:
Chestnut Puree: If you can't find pre-made chestnut puree, simply blend cooked (and peeled) roasted chestnuts with a splash of warm heavy cream or milk until smooth.
Fresh Herbs: Using fresh rosemary and sage will provide the best aromatic punch for the potatoes.
Truffle Oil: Truffle oil is potent; start with the lower amount and add more after tasting if you desire a stronger truffle note.
Chicken Doneness: Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
Potato Crispiness: Ensure potatoes are in a single layer on the baking sheet and not overcrowded for maximum crispiness.
Sauce Consistency: If the Alfredo sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it with a splash of warm chicken broth or milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
Enjoy this truly magnificent and sophisticated dish!