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David Gingell’s recipe for roast chicken with braised peas and lettuce

Roast chicken the Cornish way (with a splash of cider), for a simple, lighter Sunday lunch

David Gingell’s recipe for roast chicken with braised peas and lettuce

TL;DR

  • Roast chicken with braised peas and lettuce is a simple, lighter alternative to traditional Sunday lunch.
  • The recipe involves searing the chicken, roasting it, and then braising vegetables including bacon, shallots, peas, and lettuce in cider and chicken stock.
  • Braising vegetables enhances their natural sweetness.
  • The dish is best served with crusty bread to soak up the juices.