Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Rosemary Chicken

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This Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Rosemary Chicken is a hearty and savory recipe, which includes skinless chicken breasts and ready-made polenta. It’s a restaurant-quality dish with bold flavor and fast execution—ready in just 30 minutes.

Jamie Oliver Rosemary Chicken Ingredients

For the sauce:

1 big pinch dried porcini mushrooms
400g ripe vine tomatoes
1 heaped tbsp tomato purée
½ fresh red chilli
1 bunch fresh basil
2 cloves garlic

For the chicken & polenta:

500g ready-made polenta
Olive oil
1 bunch asparagus (300g)
2 × 200g skinless chicken breasts
A few sprigs fresh rosemary
½ tbsp fennel seeds
20g Parmesan cheese
4 rashers smoked pancetta
150g oyster mushrooms
200g baby spinach
Balsamic vinegar

How To Make Jamie Oliver Rosemary Chicken

Make the sauce: Blend porcini mushrooms with 150ml boiling water, tomatoes, tomato purée, chilli, basil, and garlic until smooth. Pour into a pan and boil for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Grill the polenta and asparagus: Slice polenta into 8 pieces. Season and brush with oil. Grill on a hot griddle pan until charred, adding asparagus to steam on top.
Prep and cook chicken: On parchment, season chicken with salt, pepper, rosemary, fennel seeds, and Parmesan. Bash flat to 1.5cm. Cook in a frying pan with olive oil, turning after 3–4 minutes. Add pancetta and mushrooms when turning the chicken.
Assemble the platter: Pour tomato sauce onto a platter. Top with grilled polenta and asparagus.
Wilt spinach: Quickly cook spinach in the same pan, season, and add to platter.
Finish and serve: Slice chicken, arrange with pancetta and mushrooms on the platter. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve.

Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Rosemary Chicken

Recipe Tips

Can I use homemade polenta? Yes, but chill and slice it before grilling.
What if I don’t have porcini mushrooms? Use any dried mushrooms or skip them if unavailable.
Can I swap pancetta? Try smoked bacon or omit for a leaner dish.
How spicy is it? Mild heat from chilli—adjust or omit to taste.
Is this kid-friendly? Absolutely—just skip the chilli for a milder version.

What To Serve With Rosemary Chicken

This dish is complete, but here are good sides:

Garlic bread or focaccia
Arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette
Roasted cherry tomatoes
Crispy potatoes or sweet potato wedges

How To Store Rosemary Chicken

Refrigerate: Store chicken and vegetables in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Chicken and sauce freeze well. Avoid freezing grilled polenta and spinach.
Reheat: Warm in a covered skillet or microwave until heated through.

Rosemary Chicken Nutrition Facts

Calories: 455 per serving
Protein: 40g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fat: 22g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 6g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, but they may need slightly more time to cook.

Is ready-made polenta healthy?

Yes, it’s gluten-free and quick to cook—look for low-sodium versions.

Do I need a blender for the sauce?

Yes, or finely chop and simmer for a more rustic version.

What’s a good cheese substitute for Parmesan?

Try Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano.