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Saffron Chicken Breasts with English Pea Purée, Pea Shoots, and Mint

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Saffron Chicken Breasts with English Pea Purée, Pea Shoots, and MintMark Thomas

Start this dish at least 4 hours ahead. The chicken can also marinate overnight. What to drink: A delicate white wine with floral aromas, like Pinot Gris from Austria or Alsace.

Market tip:

Pea shoots and pea sprouts can be found at Asian markets, as well as at farmers' markets.

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