Indian Spiced Chicken with Lentils and Spinach

A flavorful and heart-healthy Indian-inspired chicken dish with lentils and spinach.

Prep time: 15M Cook time: 30M Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
Meanwhile, in a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add lentils and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
Stir in baby spinach to the lentils until wilted.
Season chicken and lentils with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the Indian spiced chicken over a bed of lentils and spinach. Enjoy!

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving
Calories 350
Protein (g) 30
Carbs (g) 20
Fiber (g) 8
Sugar (g) 2
Saturated fat (g) 2
Trans fat (g) 0
Sodium (mg) 500
Cholesterol 60