A few things to unpack here.

• That chicken is roasted nicely, but I completely understand if that was bought in that condition at the grocer’s.
• Plain bread is a travesty. it needs to be either toasted and/or you need some melted butter or gravy to sop up.
• Pair this with some fruit or pan seared/roasted vegetables. Even microwaved beans would make this nutritious. Takes very little effort, very easy to do.
• Even peasants had access to beer, ale, or home-made short-beer/kvass. Gotta calorie-max so you can work in the field tomorrow. Plus, the alcohol helps with the constant muscle-aches and fatigue from endless labor.

There are innumerable ways to elevate this meal, but I’ll keep this comment short. Anyone, feel free to message me or reply here if you want tips for that.