Indian Spiced Chicken with Lentil Salad
A flavorful and heart-healthy Indian-inspired chicken dish served with a fiber-rich lentil salad.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup dried green lentils
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add the lentils. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, cucumber, bell pepper, cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Serve the Indian spiced chicken with lentil salad on the side. Enjoy!
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 350 |
| Protein (g) | 30 |
| Carbs (g) | 25 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 3 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 2 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 400 |
| Cholesterol | 60 |