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Healthy Paprika Chicken With Crispy Potato Wedges & Avocado Corn Salsa

Healthy Paprika Chicken with Crispy Potato Wedges & Avocado Corn Salsa

This vibrant dish features tender paprika-spiced chicken breasts alongside golden, crispy potato wedges. It's perfectly complemented by a fresh and zesty avocado corn salsa, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures for a wholesome meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approximately 600g total), trimmed
  • 700 g Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for a hint of warmth
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 200 g tinned sweetcorn drained (or equivalent frozen, thawed)
  • ½ small red onion finely diced
  • 1 green chilli deseeded and finely chopped (optional, for a kick)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan/Gas Mark 6). Line a large baking tray with baking parchment.
  2. Prepare the potato wedges: Cut each potato lengthwise into even wedges, aiming for pieces roughly 1.5-2cm thick. Place them in a large bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season generously with salt and black pepper. Toss until every wedge is lightly coated. Spread the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, ensuring they aren't touching. They should sizzle lightly when placed on the hot tray.
  3. Roast the wedges: Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crisp on the outside, and tender when pierced with a fork. You should hear a light sizzling sound as they cook and see their edges turning a rich, inviting golden hue.
  4. Prepare the chicken: While the wedges are roasting, pat the chicken breasts dry with kitchen paper. In a small bowl, combine the sweet paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. This spice blend should smell wonderfully aromatic. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
  5. Cook the chicken: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan or skillet over a medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown with a lovely crust and cooked through. When cut, the chicken should be opaque white all the way through with no pink visible.
  6. Make the avocado corn salsa: While the chicken is cooking, combine the diced avocado, drained sweetcorn, finely diced red onion, and chopped green chilli (if using) in a medium bowl. Pour over the lime juice and sprinkle with the fresh coriander. Gently toss the ingredients together. The salsa should look vibrant and smell fresh and zesty.
  7. Rest and serve: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This is crucial for juicy chicken. Then, slice the chicken breasts into thick strips. Arrange the crispy potato wedges, sliced paprika chicken, and a generous scoop of the avocado corn salsa on plates. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful medley of flavours and textures.

Notes

Ensure potato wedges are spread in a single layer for maximum crispiness. Resting the cooked chicken for 5 minutes is crucial for juicy results. Adjust cayenne pepper and green chilli to your preferred spice level.