Lemon and Oregano Chicken with Chive Butter Sauce, Green Beans and Bacon
Servings Prep Time
2People 10Minutes
Cook Time
40Minutes
Servings Prep Time
2People 10Minutes
Cook Time
40Minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C. Lay the chicken thighs on a lined baking tray, skin-side up. Sprinkle over the dried oregano and season with salt. Drizzle on a glug of oil and rub the seasoning into the chicken. Halve the lemon. Set one half aside and slice the other into thin half moons. Pop one slice on each thigh. Roast on the top shelf of your oven, 25-30 mins.
  2. Pop your kettle on to boil. Chop the new potatoes in half (no need to peel) or quarters if they are large, and pop in a large saucepan. Cover with boiling water and add a good pinch of salt. Cook over medium-high heat, 20-25 mins. When done, drain in a colander and return to the pan to keep warm.
  3. Trim the tops from the green beans. Halve, peel and slice the shallot into thin half moons. Finely chop the chives. Chop the bacon rashers into small pieces.
  4. Put a splash of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and add the bacon pieces. Cook until browned, stirring frequently, 4-5 mins. Add the shallot and cook until softened, another 3 mins. Add the green beans and a splash of water. Cover the pan with a lid (or some foil) and steam until the beans are tender, 4-5 mins. Transfer to a bowl and cover with foil to keep warm. Wipe the pan out as we will need it for the sauce.
  5. Put the (now empty) frying pan on high heat. Add the chicken stock pot and water and bring to the boil. Stir to dissolve the stock pot, then lower the heat to medium. Stir (or whisk) in the butter and then remove from the heat. Stir in half the chives and add a squeeze of lemon juice. Set aside and get ready to serve.
  6. Season the potatoes with a little more salt and black pepper. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle over the remaining chives. Share the spuds between your plates. Lay the chicken and green beans alongside. Spoon over the buttery sauce. Enjoy!

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