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Creamy Chicken, Leek & Potato Skillet

Chicken thigh with sliced potato and leeks in a light milk and cheese sauce. Proper comfort food.

28 min total1 serving669.5 kcal / serving
high-proteinfamily-friendlycomfort-food

669.5

Calories

44.1g

Protein

69.7g

Carbs

6.8g

Fibre

24.2g

Fat

Ingredients

  • 2 skinless chicken thighs, diced
  • 1 medium leek, sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 100ml semi-skimmed milk
  • a small handful of grated cheddar
  • 1 tsp rapeseed oil

Method

  1. 1Brown the chicken in the oil for 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add the leek and very thinly sliced potato with 150ml water, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in the milk and cheese and simmer uncovered for 3 minutes until creamy.

Swaps and tips

  • Use cauliflower for half the potato to lower the carbs.

Around £1.53 per serving at supermarket own-brand prices (estimate).

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