Spring chicken in a pot

Spring chicken in a pot

Casseroles aren't just for winter - this light, vibrant one-pot is packed with spring veg and herby pesto

Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 20 mins

Cook time

Cook 45 mins

Freezable

Low-fat, Super healthy

Method

  1. Heat the oil in a large, heavy pan. Add the onion, gently fry for 5 mins until softened, add the chicken, then fry until lightly coloured. Add the potatoes, stock and plenty of freshly ground black pepper, then bring to the boil. Cover, then simmer for 30 mins until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is cooked. Can be frozen at this point.
  2. Add the broccoli, spring greens, petit pois and spring onions, stir well, then return to the boil. Cover, then cook for 5 mins more, stir in the pesto and heat through.
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PER SERVING

339 kcalories, protein 36g, carbohydrate 27g, fat 10 g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 8g, sugar 12g, salt 0,5 g

Recipe from Good Food magazine, April 2009.

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  • 01 July 2011

    blossomcrown rated and commented on this recipe

    1 stars

    Didn't like this, thought it was really bland and just tasted of soggy cabbage. I made lots with some to freeze, but just chucked away the rest of what we didn't eat :(

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  • 05 July 2011

    Kate rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    What a great recipe! Easy and quick to do and everyone loves it including my 1year old daughter.

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  • 08 July 2011

    Clare commented on this recipe

    I was a little dubious at first but it really is a great tasting dish! I chuck in any green veg that happens to be in the fridge, which keeps it seasonal too. A nice, healthy, family pleasing dinner. Serve with a crusty loaf if there are VERY hungry mouths to feed, and great for mopping up plates!

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  • 10 July 2011

    samb rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Easy and delicious. Even my boyfriend really liked it!

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  • 26 July 2011

    Helers rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    I used 'bone in' chicken but skinless thighs as I think the 'bone in' gives more flavour. I also used chicken stock instead of veg. Everyone loved it and will definitely be making it again.

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  • 31 July 2011

    Janey commented on this recipe

    I am not a fan of pesto so added wholegrain mustard instead. Delicious!! :-)

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  • 02 August 2011

    Alex commented on this recipe

    Really enjoyed this, used cabbage and added sour cream at the end. Beautiful :)

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  • 09 August 2011

    franHL rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    winner with all the family and very easy to do.

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  • 08 September 2011

    yellowsubmarine rated this recipe

    4 stars

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  • 14 September 2011

    Jessss rated this recipe

    5 stars

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  • 18 September 2011

    louiseinbolton rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Very tasty dish, easy to make.. I used a mixture of cabbage and leek instead of spring greens and was superb. Several people tried it and not one had a bad word for it.

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  • 18 September 2011

    emmclean rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    One of my favourites, although I tend to really cut down on the pesto or it can be overpowering. Overall, cheap and delicious!

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  • 09 October 2011

    au_contraire85 rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Really lovely!

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  • 18 October 2011

    nic81081 commented on this recipe

    This was surprisingly tasty. Will definately be making it again. And it's low calorie :)

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  • 12 November 2011

    Little Bear rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Best chicken stew ever - I have lost count of how many times I have made it! I often vary the vegetables - green peppers and courgettes work particularly well. Its a very light stew so great for anytime of the year and very quick and easy.

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  • 10 January 2012

    Adam rated this recipe

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  • 12 January 2012

    honeybee rated this recipe

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  • 12 January 2012

    honeybee rated this recipe

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  • 15 January 2012

    natalie commented on this recipe

    made this for a dinner party and was absolutely delicious and very filling

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  • 17 January 2012

    AllieB rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This tasted fantastic but didn't look so hot on the plate! Despite using a large pot, there were a lot of vegetables that needed to be stirred and the delicate broccoli got a bit bashed especially when the pesto was added at the end. I will make this again because it tasted so good but will add the pesto before the vegetables and perhaps steam the broccoli seperately. I was initially unsure about the pesto but it really makes the dish.

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Difficulty and servings

Easy

Serves 4

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 20 mins

Cook time

Cook 45 mins

Freezable

Low-fat, Super healthy

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339 kcalories, protein 36g, carbohydrate 27g, fat 10 g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 8g, sugar 12g, salt 0,5 g

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