Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Bites with Garlic Herb Fries
Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Bites with Garlic Herb Fries is a vibrant dish that fuses tender chicken bites enveloped in a rich, spicy peri-peri sauce with golden, crispy garlic herb fries. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a delightful flavor profile that caters to both spice lovers and comfort food enthusiasts. With its quick preparation and customizable heat level, this dish stands out as a versatile option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cut into fries)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for chicken)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for fries)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the potato fries with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt; spread on a baking tray.
- Bake fries for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté chicken with minced garlic in olive oil until cooked through.
- Season with smoked paprika, chili flakes, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in heavy cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chopped parsley; simmer until thickened.
- Toss baked fries with chopped parsley before serving alongside creamy chicken bites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg