Herb Crusted Chicken With Braised Red Cabbage Recipe
German cuisine · 341 calories
About this recipe
Herb-Crusted Chicken with Braised Red Cabbage is a wonderful blend of hearty German flavors and wholesome nutrition. The chicken, crusted with a fragrant mix of parsley, thyme, garlic, and olive oil, is baked to perfection, offering a tender and juicy protein centerpiece. Paired alongside is sweet and tangy braised red cabbage, which gains its vibrant flavor from apple cider vinegar and a touch of brown sugar. This dish combines comfort and elegance, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special meal to impress. With 44g of protein per serving, it’s a great option for anyone looking to fuel their body while enjoying bold, satisfying flavors. Easy to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a delightful way to bring a taste of Germany to your table.
Ingredients
- NaN Fresh Halal Chicken Breast - Boneless Without Skin
- - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley
- - Ducros Dried Thyme
- - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
- 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
- - Edmal Red Cabbage
- - Apple Cider Vinegar
- 300G Brown Sugar With Ginger, 300G
- 400G Greenfield Himalayan Salt Fine 400G
- 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 2. Mince the parsley, thyme, and garlic finely, then mix them with olive oil to create a herb paste.
- 3. Rub the herb paste evenly over the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
- 4. Place the chicken breasts on the baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- 5. While the chicken is baking, finely shred the red cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- 6. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the shredded cabbage.
- 7. Stir in apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat the cabbage.
- 8. Cover the skillet and let the cabbage braise for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 9. Check the chicken for doneness by cutting into the thickest part; juices should run clear.
- 10. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- 11. Plate the chicken alongside the braised red cabbage for a visually appealing dish.
- 12. Garnish with a few fresh parsley leaves for added color and flavor.
How to make Herb Crusted Chicken With Braised Red Cabbage
- Make the herb paste. Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a tray with parchment. Finely mince parsley, thyme and garlic, mix with olive oil, rub over the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake the chicken. Place the chicken breasts on the tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- Braise the cabbage. Finely shred the red cabbage and cook it in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt and pepper, cover and braise for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Check and rest the chicken. Check the chicken by cutting into the thickest part to make sure the juices run clear, then remove it from the oven and rest for 5 minutes.
- Plate and garnish. Plate the chicken alongside the braised red cabbage and garnish with a few fresh parsley leaves for colour and flavour.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does Herb Crusted Chicken with Braised Red Cabbage take to make?
- About 35 minutes in total, with 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking. The cabbage braises in a skillet while the chicken bakes in the oven.
- Is Herb Crusted Chicken with Braised Red Cabbage vegetarian?
- No, it contains chicken breast rubbed with a parsley, thyme and garlic paste, served with red cabbage braised in apple cider vinegar and brown sugar.
- How can I tell when the baked chicken breast is done?
- Cut into the thickest part: the meat should be white all the way through and the juices should run clear. Let it rest for a few minutes before plating so it stays moist.
- How thin should I slice the red cabbage for braising?
- Shred it as finely as you can with a sharp knife or mandoline. Thin strands soften evenly in the vinegar and sugar and take on a glossy, slightly caramelised finish.
- Can I use white wine vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar?
- Yes, white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar both work. Apple cider vinegar is slightly fruitier, so you may want a touch more brown sugar to keep the sweet and sour balance.