Everybody loves chicken, so anyone who wants to impress their partner should learn how to prepare some chicken dishes. We’ll list 5 simple recipes anybody can make. Adding those to your arsenal will assure you can bond over delicious meals at least five times.
Just being able to add “love cooking” to your online dating profile is a big plus because many people appreciate those who are comfortable in the kitchen. Try not to drift away imagining the perfect date with a perfect girl over one of the dishes from the list. You have to learn how to prepare them first.
Chicken Breasts with Chipotle Green Onion Gravy
The first dish on our list is a great way to show you can spoil someone special with your cooking skills. Many girls on dating sites claim they seek someone who knows how to cook. That’s even more accurate for sugar mommies.
People often appreciate partners who bring a variety of qualities to a relationship, beyond just physical attributes. Learning how to cook something as tasty as Chicken Breasts with Chipotle Green Onion Gravy is a perfect way to show you aren’t just young and pretty. Luckily, that dish is simple to prepare. It all starts with some pounding.
Pound chicken breasts until they are 1/2 inch thick, and season them with salt, pepper, and paprika as you like. Put some olive oil into the pan, and when it starts to simmer, turn the heat down and put the breasts in.
Cook until they turn brown (4-5 minutes on each side), and after that, set them aside. In the same pan, put some butter. When it melts, add flour inside and stir until you get something like a paste. When you come to that point, add chicken broth.
Cook until the gravy thickens and the paste melts, and then put chipotle and onions into the sauce. After that, put back chicken breasts into the pan and cook until the breasts are heated. Serve while hot, and if you like, add some parmesan on top.
Chicken Fried Rice
Cook the rice following the instructions on the package. After the rice is done, let it cool down. While waiting for the rice to cool, use that time to engage in conversation with your date. Remember, the meal is a great opportunity to learn more about each other.
When the rice cools, use your fingers and go through the rice and separate the grains. Heat olive oil in a wok until the oil starts to smoke, and then add the rice. Cook it for 3-5 minutes, and when the rice starts to change color, move it from the heat and leave it aside.
Add a tablespoon of oil in a wok, put the chicken breast in, and cook for 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Once cooked, transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting board and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Put 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok and add diced onion, carrot, and garlic.
Stir and cook until the carrot is tender. Add the rice and stir some more. Season with salt, pepper, and soy sauce. Scramble 3 eggs, season, and put into the rice and chicken mixture.
Slowly cook until eggs are done and all flavors are mixed up. Serve while hot. There are even simpler one-skillet dishes with eggs as the main ingredient that are sure to impress your date.
Chicken Florentine
Create a marinade from olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, parsley, and sweet paprika. Put boneless chicken thighs in a marinade and let them be in a refrigerator for at least two hours. They need to soak up and take in all the flavors.
Heat oil in a pan put the chicken in, and cook for 8-10 minutes on each side. Put aside when done. Pour some white wine in a pan (the better the wine, the better the sauce) and let it melt all the leftover bits.
After allowing the wine to reduce and scrape up the flavorful bits from the pan, add 2-3 handfuls of spinach and pour in the heavy cream. Cook for 5 minutes on medium heat. Add parmesan and cook for 2 more minutes. Return the chicken into the pan and let it cook for 3 more minutes.
Serve it hot.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Add skinless and boneless chicken thighs into a resealable bag. Put some hot sauce, buttermilk, and some salt into the bag and leave in the refrigerator overnight. The meat will be tender and filled with flavors. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Grab a big bowl and add flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Take the chicken from the resealable bag and cover it in the flour mixture. Make sure the whole piece is covered (that’s super important). After you coat the chicken in flour mixture, fry it until golden brown, around 4-5 minutes on each side. Let it rest.
Make a sauce from mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt and spread it over the bottom part of the baguette. After that, you can add the chicken, pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce. Cover the sandwich with the other half and enjoy your meal.
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Chicken Enchilada Casserole is another simple yet tasty dish that can be a great choice for dates. Couples often prepare it together to speed up the preparation process. But if you want to impress your date – do everything on your own.
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and stir for 2 minutes. Add cubed chicken breast into the pot and cook until it turns brown. Season with pepper, salt, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Add chopped tomatoes, beans, and enchilada sauce. Stir until all ingredients are combined. Chop some fresh cilantro and cook until the sauce is thick and sticky. Put some tortilla strips inside and stir.
After a few minutes, add as much cheese as you like and stir again. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Cook until the cheese melts. Serve and garnish with avocado, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and cilantro.
Cooking together is one of the best ways to bond and have fun in a relationship. Taking the time to prepare a meal and inviting someone over for dinner is a thoughtful way to show you care. We’re sure you’ll enjoy each of the recipes from our list. Hopefully, they’ll help you have some of the best and tastiest dates in your life.
Joseph Hudson has been raising chickens for over 15 years. In 2018, he completed the Agriculture & Natural Resources program at Mt. San Antonio College. He currently raises over 1400 chickens on his 7.5-hectare farm. He keeps sharing his experience on raising healthy and happy chickens on Chicken Scratch The Foundry.
