Jump to Recipe For what to serve with chicken, take a look at this list of easy and delicious side dish recipes that pair well with this classic protein! Whether you like your chicken grilled, baked, seared, or fried, I have all the best side dishes for turning it into an incredible meal. From noodles to vegetables and everything in between, there’s something here for everyone! Recipes That Go With Chicken Chicken is one of the most used proteins in the world. In fact, it comes in second only to pork with about 44 billion pounds of chicken produced annually in the U.S. alone! It is partially due to chickens’ incredible versatility! It can lend itself to a wide variety of flavors and textures making it an easy choice for dinner any day of the week. The next time you have chicken on the menu, be sure to try out some of these delicious complementary side dishes!
Jump to:Recipes That Go With Chicken Sides To Serve With Chicken
- Yellow Mashed Potatoes
- Sauteed Green Beans
- Creamed Spinach
- Ranch Roasted Potatoes
- Wedge Salad
- Steamed Broccoli
- Velveeta Mac and Cheese
- Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
- Boiled Potatoes
- Creamed Corn
- Sour Cream Cornbread
- Air Fryer Asparagus
- Turmeric Rice
- Potato Salad
- Pan Seared Brussel Sprouts
- Fettuccine Alfredo
- Refried Black Beans
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Breaded Okra
- Greek Salad
- Honey Roasted Carrots
- Southern Coleslaw
- Roasted Yellow Squash
- Southern Fried Corn
- Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
- Fried Cabbage
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Sides To Serve With Chicken Most vegetables and starches pair wonderfully with chicken in all of its forms. You can enjoy lighter pairings like broccoli and creamed spinach or go for comfort food with macaroni and cheese or mashed potatoes. No matter what you choose, it will be delicious!
- Yellow Mashed Potatoes Yellow potatoes are naturally buttery and make for some incredibly creamy mashed potatoes. All you need is a few simple ingredients and about 25 minutes of time!
Yellow Mashed Potatoes
These yellow mashed potatoes are easy to whip up in a pinch, only use a handful of ingredients, and are incredibly delicious! They make the perfect side dish for any of your favorite meals! Trust me, your entire family will love these creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes!
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- Sauteed Green Beans Sauteed green beans are a simple vegetable side dish that can be whipped up in just 10 minutes. You don’t even have to blanch them!
Sauteed Green Beans
It doesn’t get much easier than these delicious sauteed green beans, and they make a flavorful, healthy side dish! This simple recipe requires fresh green beans but there is no blanching required, and you will have perfectly tender-crisp green beans every time!
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- Creamed Spinach Creamed spinach is a classic steakhouse side that pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken. It is rich and creamy, plus you can make it in about 30 minutes!
Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
Steakhouse creamed spinach is one of my all-time favorite sides because it’s rich, creamy, and so easy to make! Spinach is coated in a creamy sauce loaded with mozzarella, cream cheese, and Parmesan – it’s perfect for Sunday dinner, date night, or anytime you want an amazing side!
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- Ranch Roasted Potatoes Everyone knows potatoes and chicken go together in more ways than one. Sure you can go with french fries, but I prefer these roasted potatoes tossed with dry ranch mix. They are crispy on the outside but fluffy on the inside and full of flavor!
Ranch Roasted Potatoes
Ranch roasted potatoes are an effortless 3-ingredient potato side dish that’s great for pairing with any main course dinner entree! Russet potatoes are tossed in extra virgin olive oil with some Hidden Valley ranch dry mix, then roasted until they have a golden crispy crust. Even kids will be obsessed with these crispy ranch-roasted potatoes!
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- Wedge Salad Elevate your salad game by serving a large wedge salad as an appetizer or to accompany your chicken. I make mine with blue cheese dressing, bacon, and tomatoes, though you can certainly play around with your topping choice!
Wedge Salad
This classic wedge salad made with iceberg lettuce is crisp and full of tasty ingredients like blue cheese, bacon, and tomatoes! No basic side salad can compare to a huge wedge of fresh lettuce loaded with delicious toppings! Plus this tasty wedge side salad is super easy to throw together!
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- Steamed Broccoli Steamed broccoli is always a delicious (and nutritious) side dish choice when serving chicken. You can keep it simple with salt & pepper or play with flavors and add some cheese sauce or lemon butter!
Steam Broccoli in the Microwave
There is simply no easier cooking method than to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave for perfectly cooked broccoli in a flash! It’s a great go-to side dish when you need to get something on the table quickly! Plus, the broccoli turns out wonderfully!
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- Velveeta Mac and Cheese This ultra-creamy 20-minute mac and cheese is always a hit with kids. It’s also a one-pot recipe, so cleanup is a breeze!
Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Velveeta mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and so incredibly cheesy that your whole family will love it every time it’s served with dinner! It is a one-pot side dish that takes practically no effort to make! Plus, it is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes!
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- Cauliflower Mac and Cheese This low-carb version of mac and cheese made with cauliflower is just as indulgent and satisfying as the real thing. It is loaded with sausage, 3 kinds of cheese, and crushed pork rinds for added crunch!
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Delightfully rich, creamy, and tasty cauliflower mac and cheese can give any macaroni and cheese recipe a run for its money! Pasta or not, this hearty baked cauliflower mac is pure indulgence and just as good (if not better) than any other mac!
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- Boiled Potatoes It is incredibly easy to make these tender baby potatoes. They are buttery and perfectly seasoned with only a few ingredients!
Boiled Potatoes
These incredibly easy-to-make boiled potatoes combine tender, tasty baby potatoes tossed with melted butter and seasoning staples! The short list of ingredients imparts maximum flavor with a practically effortless cooking method!
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- Creamed Corn In just 15 minutes you can make some sweet and creamy creamed corn! It pairs well with fried, grilled, or baked chicken, so no matter what’s on the menu, creamed corn is a great choice!
Creamed Corn
This creamed corn is a creamy, quick, and simple vegetable side dish that tastes like it took all day to prepare! It is ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes and is a completely beginner-friendly recipe. Plus, it is so irresistibly delicious that your family will be requesting it for every occasion!
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- Sour Cream Cornbread Any type of cornbread will pair with chicken, but this recipe made with sour cream is extra moist and fluffy! Cornbread can be used to soak up soups or sauces, or you can keep it simple with a pat of butter. If you don’t have sour cream, try my Jiffy cornbread without it!
Sour Cream Cornbread
Sour cream cornbread is a delicious and super moist side dish perfect for sharing with the family on any occasion! Once you make this homemade cornbread with sour cream, you will never want to use a cornbread mix again! The crispy golden edges and soft buttery center in this cornbread will have everyone wanting seconds!
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- Air Fryer Asparagus You can roast, bake, or saute asparagus but it doesn’t get easier than cooking it in the air fryer! This is a great way to get some nutritious green vegetables on the plate with little effort.
Air Fryer Asparagus
Roast your Air Fryer Asparagus to perfection in just minutes, then serve up this easy vegetable side dish that the whole family will love! It only takes a few ingredients and is sure to be a new favorite method for cooking your asparagus!
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- Turmeric Rice Yellow turmeric rice is a great choice if you are cooking with Middle Eastern or Indian flavors. It’s fluffy and aromatic, plus it is a good way to introduce some new flavors to your family!
Turmeric Rice
This turmeric rice is a delicious and quick Indian-inspired side dish that’s perfect for any night of the week! This easy fluffy rice is packed with flavor from turmeric and aromatic seasonings to make an incredible side dish that goes well with any main course! Fluffy, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully golden turmeric rice is a side anyone will enjoy!
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- Potato Salad Potato salad is an American classic that pairs wonderfully with chicken no matter how you cook it! In my recipe, I use gold or red potatoes with a simple blend of seasonings that gives this potato salad the perfect balance of creamy and tangy.
Potato Salad
This potato salad is a classic side dish recipe that can easily be customized to suit your preferred tastes! Not only is it amazingly easy to prepare, but it is also incredibly addicting! After just one bite, this will become your new favorite potato salad recipe!
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- Pan Seared Brussel Sprouts You will love these easy pan-seared brussel sprouts for making a nutritious dinner in a snap. They get lightly caramelized and crisp on the outside but stay tender on the inside!
Pan Seared Brussel Sprouts
Pan-seared brussel sprouts are an easy and delicious vegetable side dish that is excellent for any weeknight family dinner! These easy stove top brussel sprouts are caramelized to perfection, giving them a deliciously tender inside and a crunchy outside! All you need is olive oil, salt, pepper, and butter to enhance its slightly sweet and nutty flavor!
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- Fettuccine Alfredo Chicken fettuccine alfredo is an Italian classic! You can serve it on the side of your chicken or you can slice or dice your chicken and toss it with the pasta and alfredo sauce.
Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
An amazingly rich, creamy Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo dinner combines fettuccine pasta, ridiculously delicious alfredo sauce, and just-grilled chicken breast! This homemade alfredo sauce takes your dinner to a better-than-restaurant quality meal for all of your pasta lovers in the family!
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- Refried Black Beans Refried beans can be served with whole chicken breast or thighs or you can use them to accompany chicken tacos or enchiladas! It’s a restaurant-quality side dish that I often serve with my restaurant-style Mexican rice and homemade tortillas.
Refried Black Beans
Perfect for any Mexican-themed meal, enjoy these on the lighter side by using coconut oil!
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- Sweet Potato Fries Crispy sweet potato fries are a nice alternative to traditional french fries. Don’t worry, they are just as tasty in all your favorite dipping sauces!
Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
These air fryer frozen sweet potato fries are a fast and easy way to round out any meal without having to pull out the deep fryer! The air fryer will bring these sweet potato fries to a perfect level of crispiness, with just a dash of salt and pepper. These incredibly tasty sweet potato fries make a great side dish or an extra delicious snack!
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- Breaded Okra Breaded okra and fried chicken are a match made in heaven. Both are delicious dipped in country gravy or homemade ranch dressing, too!
Air Fryer Frozen Okra
This air fryer frozen okra is a super quick and effortless way of making a tasty vegetable side dish, appetizer, or snack! No need to prepare batter, set up a dredging station, or make a mess with a deep fryer. Just grab your favorite dipping sauce and you’re ready to enjoy!
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- Greek Salad A cool and refreshing Greek salad will pair wonderfully with baked or grilled chicken! The crispy vegetables, salty olives, and feta cheese are coated in a homemade Greek dressing which is incredibly easy to prepare.
Best Greek Salad (Tangy, Tasty & Easy To Make!)
This easy-to-make Greek salad is a wonderful medley of Mediterranean vegetables that makes a perfectly refreshing side salad for any meal! Crisp veggies, salty feta cheese, and a homemade Greek dressing put this salad over the top!
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- Honey Roasted Carrots Even the kids will get excited about honey-roasted carrots! They are delightfully tender and perfectly sweet, which is a surefire way to get everyone to eat their veggies.
Honey Glazed Carrots
These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!
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- Southern Coleslaw Creamy, crunchy coleslaw is the perfect way to dress up sandwiches and tacos! You only need about 5 minutes, a head of cabbage, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and some seasonings.
Southern Coleslaw
Southern coleslaw is a classic quick and easy side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! It’s the perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos, fried fish, and so much more. This Southern coleslaw isn’t just for the summertime—it’s great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!
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- Roasted Yellow Squash With a little garlic powder and Parmesan cheese, you can easily make some super-flavorful and perfectly tender yellow squash! You could also try serving your chicken dinner with my creamy yellow squash soup!
Roasted Yellow Squash
My easy-to-make roasted yellow squash is an amazing side dish of fresh yellow summer squash with garlic powder and Parmesan cheese! Crookneck or straightneck yellow squash is sliced then roasted until tender and delicious! You’ll wonder why you ever made squash any other way!
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- Southern Fried Corn Not only is Southern fried corn easy to make, but it is buttery and filled with bacon! Also, you can totally use canned corn to cut down on prep time.
Southern Fried Corn
Southern fried corn is a delicious side dish you can whip up with only a few simple ingredients and it is chock-full of flavor! This is one of those quick recipes you are going to want to have in your arsenal for easy weeknight dinners!
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- Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions Sauteed mushrooms & onions are a versatile side that can be eaten on their own, used to top off a grilled chicken breast, or mixed into rice or pasta. It’s a great quick way to add some savory flavor to any meal!
Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
Sauteed mushrooms and onions are the perfect balance of semi-sweet, tangy, salty, and earthy flavors! They’re also super easy to make which makes them a fantastic side dish for any meal! Your sauteed mushrooms and onions are sure to be a new family favorite that you’ll love sharing!
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- Fried Cabbage Pan-fried cabbage is a classic Southern side dish that is surprisingly full of flavor for how simple it is! The cabbage becomes tender and buttery which makes a wonderful contrast to the salty chunks of bacon.
Fried Cabbage
Fried cabbage with bacon is more than just a side dish, it’s a savory southern classic that will to turn cabbage haters into cabbage lovers! This quick and simple cabbage recipe is perfect for when you’re craving comfort food like grandma used to make!
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- Microwave Cauliflower You can quickly make perfectly fork-tender cauliflower in your microwave! You can dress it up with seasonings or cheese, or enjoy it with a simple dash of salt & pepper.
Microwave Cauliflower
Perfect, tasty, and tender microwave cauliflower is the best way to steam your fresh cauliflower any night of the week! This no-fuss method takes just minutes to serve up delightfully tender-crisp cauliflower as a side to any family meal!
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I hope my recipe ideas has helped you decide what to serve with chicken for lunch or dinner! Let me know which side dishes you chose in the comments below!
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What To Serve With Chicken: Yellow Mashed Potatoes (+27 Tasty Side Dishes)
For what to serve with chicken, take a look at this list of easy and delicious side dish recipes that pair well with this classic protein! Whether you like your chicken grilled, baked, seared, or fried, I have all the best side dishes for turning it into an incredible meal. From noodles to vegetables and everything in between, there’s something here for everyone!
Author | Angela
Servings: 5 servings Calories: 545kcal Prep 5 minutes Cooking 20 minutes Total Time 25 minutes
Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 2 lbs yellow potatoes (washed and quartered)▢ 2 tablespoon salt (to taste)▢ 1½ cups heavy cream▢ ½ cup butter (cut into 1 tablespoon pats, use in 3 portions - 3 tablespoons, 3 tablespoons, and 2 tablespoons)
InstructionsIn a large pot, add in your quartered potatoes and cover them with 1 to 2 inches of cold water and then season generously with salt. 2 lbs yellow potatoes, 2 tablespoon saltBring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they can easily be pierced with a fork, about 20-25 minutes. Once cooked, drain the potatoes.Add your heavy cream to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil (*see note).1½ cups heavy creamMeanwhile, while you are waiting for your cream to boil, press your potatoes through a potato ricer (*see note). Immediately add in ⅓ portion of the hot heavy cream and the first 3 tablespoons of butter and mix it into the potatoes. Repeat this process 2 more times with the remaining heavy cream, mixing until the butter is melted and everything is well incorporated.½ cup butterTaste your potatoes and add salt as needed. Top with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately. Equipment You May NeedStockpot (6 quart)Wooden SpoonSaucepan Notes Peeling your potatoes is optional, but they are much easier to run through your ricer if peeled. Use 1 tablespoon of salt in your water per each 1 pound of potatoes being boiled for any mashed potatoes recipe to add flavor. For more information on how to quickly scald your cream, check out my post about scalding milk for mashed potatoes! Never put potatoes into a food processor or blender, as it is too rough and will make your mashed potatoes gluey and gummy. To store: Once completely cool, keep your potatoes in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To freeze: Freeze your potatoes in single-size portions for up to 2 months. Check out my guide on freezing mashed potatoes. To reheat: Reheat your mashed potatoes on the stovetop over low heat. For more tips and tricks, take a look at my article on the best methods for reheating mashed potatoes.
NutritionCalories: 545kcal (27%) | Carbohydrates: 34g (11%) | Protein: 6g (12%) | Fat: 44g (68%) | Saturated Fat: 28g (175%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 129mg (43%) | Sodium: 641mg (28%) | Potassium: 837mg (24%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 1620IU (32%) | Vitamin C: 36mg (44%) | Calcium: 75mg (8%) | Iron: 1mg (6%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! best yellow mashed potatoes recipe, how to make mashed potatoes with yellow potatoes, mashed potatoes, mashed potatoes with heavy cream, what to serve with chicken a la king, yellow mashed potatoes, yellow mashed potatoes ingredients Course Side DishCuisine AmericanAngela @ BakeItWithLove.comAngela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma’s kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love! bakeitwithlove.com/about/
For what to serve with chicken, take a look at this list of easy and delicious side dish recipes that pair well with this classic protein! Whether you like your chicken grilled, baked, seared, or fried, I have all the best side dishes for turning it into an incredible meal. From noodles to vegetables and everything in between, there’s something here for everyone!
Recipes That Go With Chicken
Chicken is one of the most used proteins in the world. In fact, it comes in second only to pork with about 44 billion pounds of chicken produced annually in the U.S. alone!
It is partially due to chickens’ incredible versatility! It can lend itself to a wide variety of flavors and textures making it an easy choice for dinner any day of the week. The next time you have chicken on the menu, be sure to try out some of these delicious complementary side dishes!
Sides To Serve With Chicken
Most vegetables and starches pair wonderfully with chicken in all of its forms. You can enjoy lighter pairings like broccoli and creamed spinach or go for comfort food with macaroni and cheese or mashed potatoes. No matter what you choose, it will be delicious!
1. Yellow Mashed Potatoes
Yellow potatoes are naturally buttery and make for some incredibly creamy mashed potatoes. All you need is a few simple ingredients and about 25 minutes of time!
Yellow Mashed Potatoes
These yellow mashed potatoes are easy to whip up in a pinch, only use a handful of ingredients, and are incredibly delicious! They make the perfect side dish for any of your favorite meals! Trust me, your entire family will love these creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes!
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2. Sauteed Green Beans
Sauteed green beans are a simple vegetable side dish that can be whipped up in just 10 minutes. You don’t even have to blanch them!
These yellow mashed potatoes are easy to whip up in a pinch, only use a handful of ingredients, and are incredibly delicious! They make the perfect side dish for any of your favorite meals! Trust me, your entire family will love these creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes!
Sauteed Green Beans
It doesn’t get much easier than these delicious sauteed green beans, and they make a flavorful, healthy side dish! This simple recipe requires fresh green beans but there is no blanching required, and you will have perfectly tender-crisp green beans every time!
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3. Creamed Spinach
Creamed spinach is a classic steakhouse side that pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken. It is rich and creamy, plus you can make it in about 30 minutes!
It doesn’t get much easier than these delicious sauteed green beans, and they make a flavorful, healthy side dish! This simple recipe requires fresh green beans but there is no blanching required, and you will have perfectly tender-crisp green beans every time!
Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
Steakhouse creamed spinach is one of my all-time favorite sides because it’s rich, creamy, and so easy to make! Spinach is coated in a creamy sauce loaded with mozzarella, cream cheese, and Parmesan – it’s perfect for Sunday dinner, date night, or anytime you want an amazing side!
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4. Ranch Roasted Potatoes
Everyone knows potatoes and chicken go together in more ways than one. Sure you can go with french fries, but I prefer these roasted potatoes tossed with dry ranch mix. They are crispy on the outside but fluffy on the inside and full of flavor!
Steakhouse creamed spinach is one of my all-time favorite sides because it’s rich, creamy, and so easy to make! Spinach is coated in a creamy sauce loaded with mozzarella, cream cheese, and Parmesan – it’s perfect for Sunday dinner, date night, or anytime you want an amazing side!
Ranch Roasted Potatoes
Ranch roasted potatoes are an effortless 3-ingredient potato side dish that’s great for pairing with any main course dinner entree! Russet potatoes are tossed in extra virgin olive oil with some Hidden Valley ranch dry mix, then roasted until they have a golden crispy crust. Even kids will be obsessed with these crispy ranch-roasted potatoes!
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5. Wedge Salad
Elevate your salad game by serving a large wedge salad as an appetizer or to accompany your chicken. I make mine with blue cheese dressing, bacon, and tomatoes, though you can certainly play around with your topping choice!
Ranch roasted potatoes are an effortless 3-ingredient potato side dish that’s great for pairing with any main course dinner entree! Russet potatoes are tossed in extra virgin olive oil with some Hidden Valley ranch dry mix, then roasted until they have a golden crispy crust. Even kids will be obsessed with these crispy ranch-roasted potatoes!
Wedge Salad
This classic wedge salad made with iceberg lettuce is crisp and full of tasty ingredients like blue cheese, bacon, and tomatoes! No basic side salad can compare to a huge wedge of fresh lettuce loaded with delicious toppings! Plus this tasty wedge side salad is super easy to throw together!
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6. Steamed Broccoli
Steamed broccoli is always a delicious (and nutritious) side dish choice when serving chicken. You can keep it simple with salt & pepper or play with flavors and add some cheese sauce or lemon butter!
This classic wedge salad made with iceberg lettuce is crisp and full of tasty ingredients like blue cheese, bacon, and tomatoes! No basic side salad can compare to a huge wedge of fresh lettuce loaded with delicious toppings! Plus this tasty wedge side salad is super easy to throw together!
Steam Broccoli in the Microwave
There is simply no easier cooking method than to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave for perfectly cooked broccoli in a flash! It’s a great go-to side dish when you need to get something on the table quickly! Plus, the broccoli turns out wonderfully!
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7. Velveeta Mac and Cheese
This ultra-creamy 20-minute mac and cheese is always a hit with kids. It’s also a one-pot recipe, so cleanup is a breeze!
There is simply no easier cooking method than to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave for perfectly cooked broccoli in a flash! It’s a great go-to side dish when you need to get something on the table quickly! Plus, the broccoli turns out wonderfully!
Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Velveeta mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and so incredibly cheesy that your whole family will love it every time it’s served with dinner! It is a one-pot side dish that takes practically no effort to make! Plus, it is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes!
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8. Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
This low-carb version of mac and cheese made with cauliflower is just as indulgent and satisfying as the real thing. It is loaded with sausage, 3 kinds of cheese, and crushed pork rinds for added crunch!
Velveeta mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and so incredibly cheesy that your whole family will love it every time it’s served with dinner! It is a one-pot side dish that takes practically no effort to make! Plus, it is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes!
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Delightfully rich, creamy, and tasty cauliflower mac and cheese can give any macaroni and cheese recipe a run for its money! Pasta or not, this hearty baked cauliflower mac is pure indulgence and just as good (if not better) than any other mac!
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9. Boiled Potatoes
It is incredibly easy to make these tender baby potatoes. They are buttery and perfectly seasoned with only a few ingredients!
Delightfully rich, creamy, and tasty cauliflower mac and cheese can give any macaroni and cheese recipe a run for its money! Pasta or not, this hearty baked cauliflower mac is pure indulgence and just as good (if not better) than any other mac!
Boiled Potatoes
These incredibly easy-to-make boiled potatoes combine tender, tasty baby potatoes tossed with melted butter and seasoning staples! The short list of ingredients imparts maximum flavor with a practically effortless cooking method!
Check out this recipe
10. Creamed Corn
In just 15 minutes you can make some sweet and creamy creamed corn! It pairs well with fried, grilled, or baked chicken, so no matter what’s on the menu, creamed corn is a great choice!
These incredibly easy-to-make boiled potatoes combine tender, tasty baby potatoes tossed with melted butter and seasoning staples! The short list of ingredients imparts maximum flavor with a practically effortless cooking method!
Creamed Corn
This creamed corn is a creamy, quick, and simple vegetable side dish that tastes like it took all day to prepare! It is ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes and is a completely beginner-friendly recipe. Plus, it is so irresistibly delicious that your family will be requesting it for every occasion!
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11. Sour Cream Cornbread
Any type of cornbread will pair with chicken, but this recipe made with sour cream is extra moist and fluffy! Cornbread can be used to soak up soups or sauces, or you can keep it simple with a pat of butter.
This creamed corn is a creamy, quick, and simple vegetable side dish that tastes like it took all day to prepare! It is ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes and is a completely beginner-friendly recipe. Plus, it is so irresistibly delicious that your family will be requesting it for every occasion!
If you don’t have sour cream, try my Jiffy cornbread without it!
Sour Cream Cornbread
Sour cream cornbread is a delicious and super moist side dish perfect for sharing with the family on any occasion! Once you make this homemade cornbread with sour cream, you will never want to use a cornbread mix again! The crispy golden edges and soft buttery center in this cornbread will have everyone wanting seconds!
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12. Air Fryer Asparagus
You can roast, bake, or saute asparagus but it doesn’t get easier than cooking it in the air fryer! This is a great way to get some nutritious green vegetables on the plate with little effort.
Sour cream cornbread is a delicious and super moist side dish perfect for sharing with the family on any occasion! Once you make this homemade cornbread with sour cream, you will never want to use a cornbread mix again! The crispy golden edges and soft buttery center in this cornbread will have everyone wanting seconds!
Air Fryer Asparagus
Roast your Air Fryer Asparagus to perfection in just minutes, then serve up this easy vegetable side dish that the whole family will love! It only takes a few ingredients and is sure to be a new favorite method for cooking your asparagus!
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13. Turmeric Rice
Yellow turmeric rice is a great choice if you are cooking with Middle Eastern or Indian flavors. It’s fluffy and aromatic, plus it is a good way to introduce some new flavors to your family!
Roast your Air Fryer Asparagus to perfection in just minutes, then serve up this easy vegetable side dish that the whole family will love! It only takes a few ingredients and is sure to be a new favorite method for cooking your asparagus!
Turmeric Rice
This turmeric rice is a delicious and quick Indian-inspired side dish that’s perfect for any night of the week! This easy fluffy rice is packed with flavor from turmeric and aromatic seasonings to make an incredible side dish that goes well with any main course! Fluffy, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully golden turmeric rice is a side anyone will enjoy!
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14. Potato Salad
Potato salad is an American classic that pairs wonderfully with chicken no matter how you cook it! In my recipe, I use gold or red potatoes with a simple blend of seasonings that gives this potato salad the perfect balance of creamy and tangy.
This turmeric rice is a delicious and quick Indian-inspired side dish that’s perfect for any night of the week! This easy fluffy rice is packed with flavor from turmeric and aromatic seasonings to make an incredible side dish that goes well with any main course! Fluffy, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully golden turmeric rice is a side anyone will enjoy!
Potato Salad
This potato salad is a classic side dish recipe that can easily be customized to suit your preferred tastes! Not only is it amazingly easy to prepare, but it is also incredibly addicting! After just one bite, this will become your new favorite potato salad recipe!
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15. Pan Seared Brussel Sprouts
You will love these easy pan-seared brussel sprouts for making a nutritious dinner in a snap. They get lightly caramelized and crisp on the outside but stay tender on the inside!
This potato salad is a classic side dish recipe that can easily be customized to suit your preferred tastes! Not only is it amazingly easy to prepare, but it is also incredibly addicting! After just one bite, this will become your new favorite potato salad recipe!
Pan Seared Brussel Sprouts
Pan-seared brussel sprouts are an easy and delicious vegetable side dish that is excellent for any weeknight family dinner! These easy stove top brussel sprouts are caramelized to perfection, giving them a deliciously tender inside and a crunchy outside! All you need is olive oil, salt, pepper, and butter to enhance its slightly sweet and nutty flavor!
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16. Fettuccine Alfredo
Chicken fettuccine alfredo is an Italian classic! You can serve it on the side of your chicken or you can slice or dice your chicken and toss it with the pasta and alfredo sauce.
Pan-seared brussel sprouts are an easy and delicious vegetable side dish that is excellent for any weeknight family dinner! These easy stove top brussel sprouts are caramelized to perfection, giving them a deliciously tender inside and a crunchy outside! All you need is olive oil, salt, pepper, and butter to enhance its slightly sweet and nutty flavor!
Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
An amazingly rich, creamy Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo dinner combines fettuccine pasta, ridiculously delicious alfredo sauce, and just-grilled chicken breast! This homemade alfredo sauce takes your dinner to a better-than-restaurant quality meal for all of your pasta lovers in the family!
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17. Refried Black Beans
Refried beans can be served with whole chicken breast or thighs or you can use them to accompany chicken tacos or enchiladas! It’s a restaurant-quality side dish that I often serve with my restaurant-style Mexican rice and homemade tortillas.
An amazingly rich, creamy Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo dinner combines fettuccine pasta, ridiculously delicious alfredo sauce, and just-grilled chicken breast! This homemade alfredo sauce takes your dinner to a better-than-restaurant quality meal for all of your pasta lovers in the family!
Refried Black Beans
Perfect for any Mexican-themed meal, enjoy these on the lighter side by using coconut oil!
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18. Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy sweet potato fries are a nice alternative to traditional french fries. Don’t worry, they are just as tasty in all your favorite dipping sauces!
Perfect for any Mexican-themed meal, enjoy these on the lighter side by using coconut oil!
Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
These air fryer frozen sweet potato fries are a fast and easy way to round out any meal without having to pull out the deep fryer! The air fryer will bring these sweet potato fries to a perfect level of crispiness, with just a dash of salt and pepper. These incredibly tasty sweet potato fries make a great side dish or an extra delicious snack!
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19. Breaded Okra
Breaded okra and fried chicken are a match made in heaven. Both are delicious dipped in country gravy or homemade ranch dressing, too!
These air fryer frozen sweet potato fries are a fast and easy way to round out any meal without having to pull out the deep fryer! The air fryer will bring these sweet potato fries to a perfect level of crispiness, with just a dash of salt and pepper. These incredibly tasty sweet potato fries make a great side dish or an extra delicious snack!
Air Fryer Frozen Okra
This air fryer frozen okra is a super quick and effortless way of making a tasty vegetable side dish, appetizer, or snack! No need to prepare batter, set up a dredging station, or make a mess with a deep fryer. Just grab your favorite dipping sauce and you’re ready to enjoy!
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20. Greek Salad
A cool and refreshing Greek salad will pair wonderfully with baked or grilled chicken! The crispy vegetables, salty olives, and feta cheese are coated in a homemade Greek dressing which is incredibly easy to prepare.
This air fryer frozen okra is a super quick and effortless way of making a tasty vegetable side dish, appetizer, or snack! No need to prepare batter, set up a dredging station, or make a mess with a deep fryer. Just grab your favorite dipping sauce and you’re ready to enjoy!
Best Greek Salad (Tangy, Tasty & Easy To Make!)
This easy-to-make Greek salad is a wonderful medley of Mediterranean vegetables that makes a perfectly refreshing side salad for any meal! Crisp veggies, salty feta cheese, and a homemade Greek dressing put this salad over the top!
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21. Honey Roasted Carrots
Even the kids will get excited about honey-roasted carrots! They are delightfully tender and perfectly sweet, which is a surefire way to get everyone to eat their veggies.
This easy-to-make Greek salad is a wonderful medley of Mediterranean vegetables that makes a perfectly refreshing side salad for any meal! Crisp veggies, salty feta cheese, and a homemade Greek dressing put this salad over the top!
Honey Glazed Carrots
These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!
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22. Southern Coleslaw
Creamy, crunchy coleslaw is the perfect way to dress up sandwiches and tacos! You only need about 5 minutes, a head of cabbage, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and some seasonings.
These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!
Southern Coleslaw
Southern coleslaw is a classic quick and easy side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! It’s the perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos, fried fish, and so much more. This Southern coleslaw isn’t just for the summertime—it’s great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!
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23. Roasted Yellow Squash
With a little garlic powder and Parmesan cheese, you can easily make some super-flavorful and perfectly tender yellow squash! You could also try serving your chicken dinner with my creamy yellow squash soup!
Southern coleslaw is a classic quick and easy side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! It’s the perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos, fried fish, and so much more. This Southern coleslaw isn’t just for the summertime—it’s great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!
Roasted Yellow Squash
My easy-to-make roasted yellow squash is an amazing side dish of fresh yellow summer squash with garlic powder and Parmesan cheese! Crookneck or straightneck yellow squash is sliced then roasted until tender and delicious! You’ll wonder why you ever made squash any other way!
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24. Southern Fried Corn
Not only is Southern fried corn easy to make, but it is buttery and filled with bacon! Also, you can totally use canned corn to cut down on prep time.
My easy-to-make roasted yellow squash is an amazing side dish of fresh yellow summer squash with garlic powder and Parmesan cheese! Crookneck or straightneck yellow squash is sliced then roasted until tender and delicious! You’ll wonder why you ever made squash any other way!
Southern Fried Corn
Southern fried corn is a delicious side dish you can whip up with only a few simple ingredients and it is chock-full of flavor! This is one of those quick recipes you are going to want to have in your arsenal for easy weeknight dinners!
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25. Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
Sauteed mushrooms & onions are a versatile side that can be eaten on their own, used to top off a grilled chicken breast, or mixed into rice or pasta. It’s a great quick way to add some savory flavor to any meal!
Southern fried corn is a delicious side dish you can whip up with only a few simple ingredients and it is chock-full of flavor! This is one of those quick recipes you are going to want to have in your arsenal for easy weeknight dinners!
Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
Sauteed mushrooms and onions are the perfect balance of semi-sweet, tangy, salty, and earthy flavors! They’re also super easy to make which makes them a fantastic side dish for any meal! Your sauteed mushrooms and onions are sure to be a new family favorite that you’ll love sharing!
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26. Fried Cabbage
Pan-fried cabbage is a classic Southern side dish that is surprisingly full of flavor for how simple it is! The cabbage becomes tender and buttery which makes a wonderful contrast to the salty chunks of bacon.
Sauteed mushrooms and onions are the perfect balance of semi-sweet, tangy, salty, and earthy flavors! They’re also super easy to make which makes them a fantastic side dish for any meal! Your sauteed mushrooms and onions are sure to be a new family favorite that you’ll love sharing!
Fried Cabbage
Fried cabbage with bacon is more than just a side dish, it’s a savory southern classic that will to turn cabbage haters into cabbage lovers! This quick and simple cabbage recipe is perfect for when you’re craving comfort food like grandma used to make!
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27. Microwave Cauliflower
You can quickly make perfectly fork-tender cauliflower in your microwave! You can dress it up with seasonings or cheese, or enjoy it with a simple dash of salt & pepper.
Fried cabbage with bacon is more than just a side dish, it’s a savory southern classic that will to turn cabbage haters into cabbage lovers! This quick and simple cabbage recipe is perfect for when you’re craving comfort food like grandma used to make!
Microwave Cauliflower
Perfect, tasty, and tender microwave cauliflower is the best way to steam your fresh cauliflower any night of the week! This no-fuss method takes just minutes to serve up delightfully tender-crisp cauliflower as a side to any family meal!
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I hope my recipe ideas has helped you decide what to serve with chicken for lunch or dinner! Let me know which side dishes you chose in the comments below!
Perfect, tasty, and tender microwave cauliflower is the best way to steam your fresh cauliflower any night of the week! This no-fuss method takes just minutes to serve up delightfully tender-crisp cauliflower as a side to any family meal!
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What To Serve With Chicken: Yellow Mashed Potatoes (+27 Tasty Side Dishes)
For what to serve with chicken, take a look at this list of easy and delicious side dish recipes that pair well with this classic protein! Whether you like your chicken grilled, baked, seared, or fried, I have all the best side dishes for turning it into an incredible meal. From noodles to vegetables and everything in between, there’s something here for everyone!
Author | Angela
Servings: 5 servings Calories: 545kcal Prep 5 minutes Cooking 20 minutes Total Time 25 minutes
Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 2 lbs yellow potatoes (washed and quartered)▢ 2 tablespoon salt (to taste)▢ 1½ cups heavy cream▢ ½ cup butter (cut into 1 tablespoon pats, use in 3 portions - 3 tablespoons, 3 tablespoons, and 2 tablespoons)
InstructionsIn a large pot, add in your quartered potatoes and cover them with 1 to 2 inches of cold water and then season generously with salt. 2 lbs yellow potatoes, 2 tablespoon saltBring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they can easily be pierced with a fork, about 20-25 minutes. Once cooked, drain the potatoes.Add your heavy cream to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil (*see note).1½ cups heavy creamMeanwhile, while you are waiting for your cream to boil, press your potatoes through a potato ricer (*see note). Immediately add in ⅓ portion of the hot heavy cream and the first 3 tablespoons of butter and mix it into the potatoes. Repeat this process 2 more times with the remaining heavy cream, mixing until the butter is melted and everything is well incorporated.½ cup butterTaste your potatoes and add salt as needed. Top with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately. Equipment You May NeedStockpot (6 quart)Wooden SpoonSaucepan Notes Peeling your potatoes is optional, but they are much easier to run through your ricer if peeled. Use 1 tablespoon of salt in your water per each 1 pound of potatoes being boiled for any mashed potatoes recipe to add flavor. For more information on how to quickly scald your cream, check out my post about scalding milk for mashed potatoes! Never put potatoes into a food processor or blender, as it is too rough and will make your mashed potatoes gluey and gummy. To store: Once completely cool, keep your potatoes in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To freeze: Freeze your potatoes in single-size portions for up to 2 months. Check out my guide on freezing mashed potatoes. To reheat: Reheat your mashed potatoes on the stovetop over low heat. For more tips and tricks, take a look at my article on the best methods for reheating mashed potatoes.
NutritionCalories: 545kcal (27%) | Carbohydrates: 34g (11%) | Protein: 6g (12%) | Fat: 44g (68%) | Saturated Fat: 28g (175%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 129mg (43%) | Sodium: 641mg (28%) | Potassium: 837mg (24%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 1620IU (32%) | Vitamin C: 36mg (44%) | Calcium: 75mg (8%) | Iron: 1mg (6%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! best yellow mashed potatoes recipe, how to make mashed potatoes with yellow potatoes, mashed potatoes, mashed potatoes with heavy cream, what to serve with chicken a la king, yellow mashed potatoes, yellow mashed potatoes ingredients Course Side DishCuisine American
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What To Serve With Chicken: Yellow Mashed Potatoes (+27 Tasty Side Dishes)
Author | Angela
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 545kcal
Prep 5 minutes
Cooking 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 2 lbs yellow potatoes (washed and quartered)▢ 2 tablespoon salt (to taste)▢ 1½ cups heavy cream▢ ½ cup butter (cut into 1 tablespoon pats, use in 3 portions - 3 tablespoons, 3 tablespoons, and 2 tablespoons)
InstructionsIn a large pot, add in your quartered potatoes and cover them with 1 to 2 inches of cold water and then season generously with salt. 2 lbs yellow potatoes, 2 tablespoon saltBring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they can easily be pierced with a fork, about 20-25 minutes. Once cooked, drain the potatoes.Add your heavy cream to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil (*see note).1½ cups heavy creamMeanwhile, while you are waiting for your cream to boil, press your potatoes through a potato ricer (*see note). Immediately add in ⅓ portion of the hot heavy cream and the first 3 tablespoons of butter and mix it into the potatoes. Repeat this process 2 more times with the remaining heavy cream, mixing until the butter is melted and everything is well incorporated.½ cup butterTaste your potatoes and add salt as needed. Top with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately.
Equipment You May NeedStockpot (6 quart)Wooden SpoonSaucepan
Notes Peeling your potatoes is optional, but they are much easier to run through your ricer if peeled. Use 1 tablespoon of salt in your water per each 1 pound of potatoes being boiled for any mashed potatoes recipe to add flavor. For more information on how to quickly scald your cream, check out my post about scalding milk for mashed potatoes! Never put potatoes into a food processor or blender, as it is too rough and will make your mashed potatoes gluey and gummy. To store: Once completely cool, keep your potatoes in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To freeze: Freeze your potatoes in single-size portions for up to 2 months. Check out my guide on freezing mashed potatoes. To reheat: Reheat your mashed potatoes on the stovetop over low heat. For more tips and tricks, take a look at my article on the best methods for reheating mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 545kcal (27%) | Carbohydrates: 34g (11%) | Protein: 6g (12%) | Fat: 44g (68%) | Saturated Fat: 28g (175%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 129mg (43%) | Sodium: 641mg (28%) | Potassium: 837mg (24%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 1620IU (32%) | Vitamin C: 36mg (44%) | Calcium: 75mg (8%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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