Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Chestnut Chicken Alfredo with Roasted Potatoes—a dish that perfectly balances creamy richness and zesty brightness! This comforting meal features tender chicken marinated in lemon and chestnuts, complemented by a luscious Alfredo sauce. Paired with crispy roasted potatoes infused with garlic and sage, it’s ideal for cozy family dinners or special occasions. Simple to prepare and packed with nutrition, this recipe will surely impress your guests and warm your heart during chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ cup roasted chestnuts, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup roasted chestnuts, finely chopped
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 1 tsp chopped fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried dill)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil for potatoes
- 1 clove garlic for potatoes, minced
- 1 tsp chopped fresh sage (or ½ tsp dried sage)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese for potatoes
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped chestnuts, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken slices in this marinade.
- 2. Grill the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 3. Prepare the Alfredo sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, chestnuts, lemon zest, and dill. Stir until smooth.
- 4. Roast the potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, sage, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes until crispy.
- 5. Serve: Plate the chicken over Alfredo sauce, add roasted potatoes on the side, garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Roasting, Saucing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian twist, replace chicken with grilled vegetables. Letting the chicken marinate longer enhances flavor.