Ginger-Spiced Chicken with Mashed Parsnip and Parsley
This ginger-spiced chicken with mashed parsnips and parsley is a flavorful and comforting dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is seasoned with a warm blend of spices, including ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, and then cooked until tender and juicy. The mashed parsnips are creamy and smooth, with a hint of sweetness that complements the savory chicken. The fresh parsley adds a bright and herbaceous flavor that ties the dish together.
This recipe has its roots in the kitchens of the Middle East, where spices have been used for centuries to flavor food. The combination of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves is a classic combination that adds a warm and aromatic flavor to the chicken. The mashed parsnips are a traditional accompaniment to the chicken, and they add a creamy and comforting texture to the dish. The fresh parsley is a modern addition to the recipe, and it adds a bright and herbaceous flavor that balances out the richness of the chicken and parsnips.
Ginger-Spiced Chicken with Mashed Parsnip and Parsley Ginger-Spiced Chicken with Mashed Parsnip and Parsley Ginger-Spiced Chicken with Mashed Parsnip and Parsley Ginger-Spiced Chicken with Mashed Parsnip and Parsley
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with the ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before thinly sliced.
  5. While the chicken is cooking, boil the parsnips in a large pot of salted water until tender.
  6. Drain the parsnips and mash them with a potato masher or fork.
  7. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the chicken breasts with the mashed parsnips.
Why It Works
  • The spice blend adds a warm and flavorful note to the chicken.
  • The mashed parsnips provide a creamy and comforting base for the chicken.
  • The fresh parsley adds a bright and herbaceous flavor that balances out the dish.