Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Braise

Per serving

480kcal
53гProteins
15гFats
25гCarbs

A wonderfully light, low‑calorie, lean summer dish rich in greens with a yogurt, tarragon and garlic sauce.

Ingredients

2 serv.
  • rapeseed oil1 tbsp tbsp
  • skinless chicken breasts2

    (about 150 g each)

  • medium‑length asparagus10

    each cut into 3 pieces

  • leek1 large or 2 small

    thoroughly washed and thickly sliced

  • celery stalks3

    sliced

  • low‑salt vegetable broth200ml ml
  • frozen peas140g g
  • egg yolk1
  • natural bio yogurt4 tbsp tbsp
  • garlic clove1

    finely grated

  • tarragon⅓ small pack fresh

    chopped

  • new potatoes

    for serving (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large non‑stick skillet and sauté the chicken for 5 minutes, turning to brown on both sides.

  2. 2

    Add the asparagus (reserve the tips), leeks and celery, pour in the broth and braise for 10 minutes. Add the asparagus tips and peas, cook for another 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolk with the yogurt and garlic. Stir this mixture into the vegetables and sprinkle with tarragon. Divide onto two warm plates, then place the chicken on top of the vegetables. Serve with new potatoes if desired.

Source: bbcgoodfood.com
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