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Creamy Chicken with Corn and Chorizo

Creamy Chicken with Corn and Chorizo for Cozy Evenings

A creamy chicken dish with corn and chorizo that's a crowd-pleaser, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 fillets Boneless, skinless chicken
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 200 grams Spicy Spanish chorizo
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Canned corn kernels drained well
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Salted butter
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Dry white wine
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 150 grams Cream cheese (Boursin with shallots & chives)
For Garnishing
  • to taste Red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup Chopped chives

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the boneless, skinless chicken fillets with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, coating each piece well.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat, add diced spicy chorizo, and sauté for about 3 minutes until crispy.
  3. Add canned corn, half of the minced garlic, and dried oregano, sautéing for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove the chorizo and corn from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Add a tablespoon of salted butter and place the seasoned chicken in the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
  6. Add chopped onion and remaining minced garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes, then pour in the white wine and deglaze the pan.
  7. Incorporate the whole milk, bringing it to a gentle boil, then stir in the Boursin cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Return the cooked chicken and juices back to the skillet, simmering in the creamy sauce for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Spoon the crispy corn and chorizo mixture over the chicken, sprinkle with red pepper flakes and chives, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat with a splash of milk for creaminess.

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