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“Meat and potatoes” is such a classic a dish that it has even inspired an expression, referring to something ordinary, yet essential. Well, we say meat and potatoes doen’t have to be ordinary—in fact, it can be incredibly gourmet. We’re proving it with succulent chicken served atop a hash of purple potatoes and lacinato kale, two strikingly gorgeous and delicious vegetables. Fresh tarragon and a savory pan sauce complete this meal, an exceptional dinner for any occasion.
See PlansWash and dry the fresh produce. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator to bring to room temperature. Large dice the potatoes. Separate the kale stems and leaves; discard the stems and roughly chop the leaves. Peel, core and medium dice the apple. Peel and medium dice the onion. Pick the tarragon leaves off the stems; discard the stems.
In a medium pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 7 to 9 minutes, or until browned.
Add the onion to the pan of browned potatoes; reduce the heat to medium. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes, or until the onion has softened slightly. Add the kale, apple and 2 tablespoons of water; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 7 minutes, or until the kale has wilted. Stir in the almonds, mustard and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook, stirring frequently, 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until well combined. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
While the hash cooks, pat the chicken dry with paper towels; season with salt and pepper on both sides. In a separate medium pan, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the seasoned chicken, skin side down first. Cook, loosely covering the pan with aluminum foil, 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate, leaving any browned bits (or fond) in the pan. Set aside in a warm place.
Heat the pan of reserved fond on medium until hot. Add the chicken demi-glace, butter and ¼ cup of water. Cook, stirring occasionally to scrape up any browned bits, 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Divide the hash and cooked chicken between 2 plates. Top each with a few spoonfuls of the pan sauce. Garnish with the tarragon. Enjoy!
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