Alright, listen up, y’all! We’re gonna talk about fixin’s to go with that roasted chicken you got cookin’. You know, the stuff you put on the side to make the whole thing a real meal. Ain’t nothin’ worse than a lonely chicken on a plate, right? So let’s get to it.
First off, you gotta have potatoes. I mean, what’s a meal without ’em? You can do ’em mashed, you can do ’em roasted, you can even smash ’em up with some cheese on top. That’s what that fancy recipe calls them Parmesan-Crusted Smashed Potatoes. I just boil ’em ’til they’re soft, then I either mash ’em up good with some butter and milk, or I chunk ’em up and throw ’em in the oven with the chicken. Sometimes, if I’m feelin’ fancy, I’ll sprinkle some cheese on top. Kids love that cheesy stuff, you know?
Then you need some veggies. Yeah, yeah, I know, some folks don’t like their greens, but they’re good for ya! And they make the plate look pretty, too. Broccoli and peas are real nice. Just steam ’em up ’til they’re tender-crisp. You don’t want ’em mushy, nobody likes mushy veggies. You can also do green beans, carrots, sweet potatoes, all that good stuff. My grandbaby, she loves them sweet potatoes. I just bake ’em whole ’til they’re soft, then I slice ’em up and put a little butter on ’em. She eats ’em right up.
- Potatoes: Mashed, roasted, smashed, you name it.
- Green Veggies: Broccoli, peas, green beans. Gotta get your greens!
- Root Veggies: Carrots, sweet potatoes, even those parsnip things if you like ’em.
Now, let’s talk about somethin’ a little different. You ever had those root vegetable chips? They’re kinda like potato chips, but made with other veggies. You can buy ’em at the store, or you can make ’em yourself if you’re feelin’ ambitious. I ain’t got time for all that fuss, so I just buy ’em. They’re crunchy and salty, and they go real good with chicken. They look fancy too when you put them on a plate all around the chicken.
And if you wanna get real fancy, you can make some sausage skewers. Just cut up some sausage and stick it on a skewer with some onions and peppers. Then you can either grill ’em or bake ’em in the oven. They’re a little bit spicy and a little bit sweet, and they add a nice kick to the meal. My husband, he loves these. Says they make the chicken taste even better. I just get those sausages from the store, the ones that are already cooked, makes it easy peasy.
Oh, and don’t forget the gravy! You gotta have gravy with roasted chicken. It’s the law, or it should be. You can make gravy from the drippings in the pan, or you can use a mix if you’re in a hurry. I usually just use a mix, it’s easier. But if you’re up to it, that pan gravy is the real deal. Just pour the extra fat off the pan then you put the pan right on the stove. Add some flour and water, and stir it up ’til it’s thick and smooth. Then you pour it all over the chicken and potatoes. Mmm, mmm, good!
So there you have it, some good fixin’s to go with your roasted chicken. Potatoes, veggies, maybe some chips or sausage, and definitely gravy. Now go on and cook yourself a good meal. And don’t forget to call your grandma, she probably misses you. And if you have some extra chicken, bring it on over, I ain’t never turned down a good piece of chicken.
Remember, this ain’t rocket science, just good home cooking. Don’t be afraid to experiment, try different things, and see what you like. And most importantly, make enough for everyone to have seconds! That’s what makes a meal special, havin’ plenty to go around and sharing it with the folks you love.
Tags: [Roasted Chicken, Side Dishes, Potatoes, Vegetables, Gravy, Sausage, Easy Recipes, Family Meals]
