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Coconut Turmeric Chicken Skillet With Spinach & Lentils

This vibrant one-skillet dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut turmeric sauce, served with nutritious spinach and lentils for a wholesome meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup green lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 can coconut milk full fat
  • 2 cups fresh spinach washed and trimmed
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the ground turmeric over the chicken and mix well, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and stir in the lentils. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir until the spinach wilts down, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, serve with a side of rice or quinoa. You can also garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.

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