Non-Traditional Easter Dinner: Deviled Eggs, Pesto Parmesan Chicken, and Roasted Sweet Potatoes
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Overview
Easter is a time for celebration, and this non-traditional Easter dinner brings a fresh twist to the table. Starting with creamy Deviled Eggs, the recipe showcases a simple yet effective method using the Instant Pot. The 555 method ensures perfectly cooked eggs every time, making them a delightful appetizer that everyone loves.
Next up is the Pesto Parmesan Chicken, which is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. The combination of pesto, chicken broth, and heavy cream creates a rich sauce that envelops the chicken, making it a standout dish. The addition of mushrooms adds an earthy depth, while the final sprinkle of Parmesan cheese elevates the dish to a new level.
To round out the meal, roasted Sweet Potatoes drizzled with hot honey and sprinkled with feta cheese offer a sweet and savory contrast. This dish is a delightful surprise that pairs beautifully with the other components of the meal. Overall, this Easter dinner is perfect for those looking to break away from tradition while still enjoying a festive and delicious meal.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Get the Instant Pot out for deviled eggs.
Put frozen green beans in the microwave to thaw.
Tip: Cook green beans low and slow for better flavor.
Set Instant Pot to high pressure for 5 minutes for eggs.
Heat pan to medium high for cooking bacon.
Add about three pieces of bacon to the pan.
Tip: Using bacon grease can save time and still add flavor.
Add diced onion to the pan with bacon.
Cook until bacon is done, then add green beans.
Add thawed green beans to the pan.
Fill with chicken broth and add seasonings.
Bring to a simmer and let cook for 30 to 45 minutes.
Stir the mixture and reduce heat to medium low.
Crack the boiled eggs and remove the shells.
Tip: Cut eggs like an avocado to avoid breaking the yolk.
Mash up the yolks in a bowl.
Add mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, and vinegar to yolks.
Tip: Use apple cider vinegar for a tart flavor in deviled eggs.
Tip: Create a piping bag from a Ziploc bag for easy filling.
Taste the mixture and adjust creaminess as needed.
Fill a Ziploc bag with the yolk mixture to pipe into eggs.
Sprinkle paprika on top of the filled deviled eggs.
Prep sweet potatoes by cutting them into strips.
Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings.
Cut and pound chicken breasts for even cooking.
Heat a large skillet to medium high.
Tip: Use a silicone dish in the air fryer to avoid extra cleanup.
Tip: Season chicken before cooking for better flavor.
Add oil to the skillet before cooking chicken.
Tip: Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken.
Cook chicken in batches, flipping frequently.
Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees.
Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and cover with foil.
Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet.
Add minced garlic to the mushrooms.
Tip: Add garlic towards the end of cooking to prevent burning.
Add pesto and chicken broth to the skillet.
Tip: Scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze and enhance flavor.
Add heavy cream to the mixture and stir.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
Add chicken back to the skillet and coat with sauce.
Tip: Let the chicken hang out in the sauce to absorb flavors.
Drizzle sweet potatoes with hot honey and feta.
Tip: Drizzle sweet potatoes with hot honey for added flavor.
Serve the meal including chicken, sweet potatoes, and green beans.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Eggs
→ Substitution: Flaxseed Meal + Water
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
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Interesting Tidbits
- •The 555 method for hard boiling eggs in the Instant Pot involves cooking at high pressure for 5 minutes, allowing a natural release for 5 minutes, and then placing them in an ice bath for 5 minutes.
- •Using frozen green beans instead of canned can enhance the flavor and texture of the dish.
- •Adding apple cider vinegar to deviled eggs provides a tart flavor that complements the creaminess.
- •Roasting sweet potatoes with feta and hot honey creates a sweet and savory flavor profile.
