Crisp Italian chicken & polenta

Gluten Free
Health score
27%
Crisp Italian chicken & polenta
30 min.
2
1128kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your weeknight dinners with a dish that's as delicious as it is effortless, look no further than this Crisp Italian Chicken & Polenta. This gluten-free recipe blends the rich flavors of Italian cuisine in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy days when you still want to indulge in something special. The star of the dish is succulent, skin-on, boneless chicken breasts that roast to perfection, boasting a crispy skin that locks in every savory bite.

The polenta serves as a beautiful bed for the chicken, absorbing all the flavorful juices and creating a delightful textural contrast. Enhanced with grated Parmesan and complemented by sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic rosemary, and fresh garlic, this dish will transport your taste buds straight to Italy. The best part? It’s not just about flavor—this dish delivers a satisfying nutritional profile, making it a wholesome choice for health-conscious food lovers.

Imagine serving this colorful and appetizing meal alongside a fresh green salad, providing both visual appeal and a burst of freshness. Whether it’s a cozy dinner for two or a gathering with friends, this recipe promises to impress while being uncomplicated enough for anyone to master. Get ready to enjoy a delightful culinary experience that combines ease with classic Italian flair!

Ingredients

  • 500 polenta 
  • 25 parmesan grated
  • fillet chicken breast boneless
  • 250 cherry tomatoes 
  • leaves rosemary 
  •  garlic clove sliced
  • tbsp olive oil 

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas
  2. Using your fingers, roughly break up the polenta into small chunks and scatter in the bottom of a small roasting tin. Tip in the parmesan and mix. Sit the chicken breasts, cherry tomatoes, rosemary and garlic on top of the polenta, drizzle with olive oil, then season to taste.
  3. Roast for 25 mins until the chicken skin is crisp and golden, and the polenta and cheese are turning crusty around the edges.
  4. Serve with a green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1128kcal
Protein10.02%
Fat16.5%
Carbs73.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.5
Glycemic Load
0.32
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.114347816809%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1127.79kcal
56.39%
Fat:20.48g
31.5%
Saturated Fat:4.43g
27.71%
Carbohydrates:205.23g
68.41%
Net Carbohydrates:200.11g
72.77%
Sugar:4.83g
5.36%
Cholesterol:9.14mg
3.05%
Sodium:218.45mg
9.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.99g
55.98%
Selenium:46.49µg
66.42%
Vitamin C:29.29mg
35.5%
Phosphorus:308.99mg
30.9%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.62%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.41%
Vitamin A:1259.95IU
25.2%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.67%
Magnesium:85.99mg
21.5%
Iron:3.71mg
20.59%
Fiber:5.12g
20.48%
Vitamin B3:3.82mg
19.09%
Potassium:641.13mg
18.32%
Vitamin E:2.75mg
18.31%
Calcium:176.05mg
17.61%
Copper:0.29mg
14.64%
Vitamin B5:1.45mg
14.54%
Vitamin K:12.92µg
12.3%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.55%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.22%
Folate:31.25µg
7.81%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.53%