Chicken with Kale and Freekeh-Lentil Pilaf
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This chicken with kale and freekeh-lentil pilaf is a sophisticated, high-protein meal that balances hearty grains with vibrant, punchy flavours. The dish features tender chicken cutlets served alongside a wholesome blend of nutty freekeh and earthy lentils, all tied together by a toasted cumin and sherry vinegar vinaigrette. The addition of finely chopped raisins adds a subtle sweetness that cuts through the savoury notes of the pulses and the bitterness of the kale.
Ideal for a nutritious mid-week dinner or a healthy post-workout meal, this recipe is packed with fibre and essential nutrients. Using shop-bought pre-cooked grains makes this preparation deceptively simple, allowing you to focus on achieving the perfect sear on the chicken and a silky finish to the sauce. Serve it warm for a satisfying lunch or dinner that feels both light and incredibly sustaining.
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Ingredients for Chicken with Kale and Freekeh-Lentil Pilaf
2 cucharadas de semillas de comino
120ml Sherry vinegar
2 small garlic cloves, minced
120ml de aceite de oliva virgen extra
2 tablespoons finely chopped Hunza raisins
2 teaspoons whole grain mustard
2 cucharaditas de jugo de limón fresco
Sal kosher
60ml (or more) olive oil, divided
675g skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2"-thick cutlets
Sal kosher
1 cucharada de mantequilla sin sal
1 diente de ajo, machacado
450g kale, large centre ribs and stems removed, torn into pieces
240ml cooked freekeh
240ml cooked lentils
How to make Chicken with Kale and Freekeh-Lentil Pilaf
Volver al contenidoStir cumin in a small dry skillet over medium heat until toasted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add vinegar and garlic. Let stand for 30 seconds. Transfer to a blender; add oil and next 3 ingredients. Purée. Season with salt.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt. Working in 2 batches and adding 1 tablespoon oil between batches, cook chicken in single layers until browned on both sides and just cooked through, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
Remove pan from heat; add 60ml water. Stir, scraping up browned bits. Whisk in 60ml vinaigrette. Scrape sauce into a bowl.
Melt butter with 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook until just beginning to brown, 1-2 minutes. Discard garlic. Working in 3 batches and adding more oil as needed, add kale to skillet and toss until wilted, 1-2 minutes per batch. Transfer to a large bowl. Season lightly with salt. Cover to keep warm.
Add freekeh and lentils to same skillet. Increase heat; stir until warm, 2-3 minutes.
Spoon pilaf onto plates. Top with chicken. Whisk juices from plate with chicken into sauce; drizzle over chicken and pilaf. Top with kale.
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