Saturday, July 27, 2019

Curried Chicken & Lentils

Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breast, cubed
Oil or Ghee for frying
1 1/2 dry lentils
2 tsp curry powder
2 tsp garlic
2 cubes chicken bouillon
3 cups water
salt & pepper to taste

Sides & Toppings:
Hot cooked rice
Chopped cilantro
Plain Greek yogurt
Lime juice

Heat oil/ghee in a pan and add chicken. Brown chicken on all sides. Add curry powder and garlic. Cook and stir one more minute. Add water, chicken bouillon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then cover, reduce heat, and simmer until lentils are softened.

Serve over hot, cooked rice and top with cilantro, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and a splash of lime juice.

Variation: Add a can of low-fat coconut milk and another 1/2 - 1 tsp curry for a saucier dish.

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