A few weeks ago I got to the bank before it opened and was waiting in the foyer with an older gentleman. As we were waiting one of the employees came through and kind of just looked at us without saying anything and closed the door firmly. I get they have to be careful with security but I commented it would have been nice if she was friendly or said hi.
The older gentleman just said it was ok and she may be having a bad day. He chooses to not let the negativity to affect him. And then he just smiled. This is how I’d like to be. Not letting the negativity round me become internalised. He seemed to have found his inner peace and he seemed to be enjoying life. Have to admit I was a bit envious with that.
I hope I can find that balance! I definitely enjoy life but it would be nice to not let myself be affected by outside forces so much. I’m getting there. 🙂
For those of you that have followed my blog for awhile you won’t be surprised when I say one of my favourite ingredients is garlic. We also love breaded pan fried chicken.
To bread the chicken dip it a beaten egg then panko bread crumbs. Brown in a skillet with butter.
I slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. One because it keeps the portions sane and two it cooks more evenly. Once cooked remove from the skillet and keep warm.
Melt a few tablespoons of butter and add 4-5 cloves of garlic that are coarsely chopped. Saute for a couple of minutes on medium heat. You don’t want the garlic to get browned or burnt. Add a 1/2 cup or so of chicken stock and a 1/4 cup of dry white wine, bring to a simmer. Add a handful of chopped fresh parsley. Season with sea salt and pepper.
While this part was cooking I cooked up some potatoes and parsnips to mash. Serve with the chicken over the potatoes and spoon the sauce over the top.
This is lovely with a glass of pinot grigio. I don’t know what it is about panko encrusted chicken but I love it.
Me too – a natural – chicken and Panko. Yummy looking recipe, Virginia.
Thank you! I also like the chicken with sweet Thai chili sauce. Good stuff. 😊
Yummy!
Thank you!
Still working on not letting the outside (what’s negative at least) affect me; I tend to be a positive person, but sometimes you just can’t help being affected by what’s going on around you! I think garlic might be one of the ways of making everything look, feel, and smell better. A simple but definitely delicious and flavorful meal!
Merci! I would be very sad if I was told to give up garlic. Would make it harder to stay positive. 😄
Your recipes always look and sound so good; “garlic butter” 🙂
Thank you. Garlic and butter, match made those two. 😊
Your photos always make me hungry. I am certain that the delicious aroma comes through the wires. Have a wonderful day.
Thank you, and you as well!
Thanks for sharing your recipe. Looks good.
Glad you like it! 😊
Lovely chicken. It pays to believe that grumpy people are just having a bad day. I know some who seem to be having a bad life…
Thank you. Yes there are those that struggle mightily.
I don’t know – I just think there are a lot of rude people who lack in social skills. But I love your chicken!!!
Oh I agree on the lack of social skills or manners. Parenting fails! But I’m trying to let it not get to me. 😊
Like you, I wish I was better at screening out the negativity of everyday life. Also like you, I’m a garlic over and know that I’d be all over the sauce you made here. Sounds delicious!
Thank you! The whole screening is a continuous process I find. I just keep trying.