Smoky Chicken, Lentil and Spinach Bake
A hearty oven-baked skillet of paprika chicken, lentils, tomato and spinach finished with melted cheddar.
- Calories
- 690
- Protein
- 55g
- Carbs
- 62g
- Fat
- 21g
Per serving
Ingredients
For 4 servings · 55 min total
- chicken breastpatted dry24 oz
- lentils1 1/4 cup
- diced tomatoes2 cup
- frozen spinachthawed and squeezed dry8 oz
- yellow oniondiced1/2
- garlicminced2 clove
- low-sodium chicken broth3 cup
- shredded cheddar cheese4 oz
- canola oil4 tsp
- smoked paprika2 tsp
- red pepper flakes1/2 tsp
- kosher salt1 tsp
- black pepper1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Do not rinse the chicken. Pat it dry, then season all sides with the kosher salt, black pepper and smoked paprika.
- Heat the canola oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and it releases from the skillet, then transfer it to a plate. Wash the board, knife and your hands with soap and water before touching anything else.
- Add the onion to the skillet, season lightly with salt, and cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent and softened. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the lentils, diced tomatoes, chicken broth and spinach. Bring to a simmer, then cover and simmer on the stovetop for 18-22 minutes, until the lentils are tender and the mixture has thickened.
- Nestle the chicken into the lentil mixture and scatter the cheddar cheese over the top. Transfer the skillet to a 400F oven and bake for 12-16 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the thickest part of the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).
- Let the skillet stand for 3-5 minutes, until the lentil mixture settles and the cheese remains melted. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper before serving.
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