Chicken and Cauliflower and Pecorino Romano Recipe

Name: Chicken and Cauliflower and Pecorino Romano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp.olive oil; 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, split and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 small head cauliflower, cored and trimmed florets; 1 medum onion, thinly sliced; 34 lb mushroom, trimmed and sliced; 1 bunch scallion, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved into 1/2 cup chicken stock or 1 tablespoon water; 3 cups spinach leaves; grating pecorino romano cheese (to garnish)

Servings: persons

4 tbsp.olive oil
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, split and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 small head cauliflower, cored and trimmed florets
1 medum onion, thinly sliced
34 lb mushroom, trimmed and sliced
1 bunch scallion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved into 1/2 cup chicken stock or 1 tablespoon water
3 cups spinach leaves
grating pecorino romano cheese (to garnish)

1
In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil.
2
Add the chicken pieces, sprinkle with the pepper, and stir-fry the pieces for 2-3 minutes or until they are lightly browned.
3
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4
To the same skillet, add 1 more tablespoon of oil and heat.
5
Add the cauliflower and onion and stir-fry for 6 minutes.
6
Cover and cook for 5 minutes more.
7
Remove and set aside.
8
Add the last tablespoon of the oil and heat.
9
Add the mushrooms and scallions and saute for 4 minutes.
10
Return the chicken, cauliflower and onion to the pan and add the cornstarch mixture.
11
Continue cooking, covered, until the cauliflower is tender and the chicken is cooked, about 5 minutes.
12
Arrange the raw spinach leaves on a serving platter and spoon the chicken and cauliflower over the spinach.
13
Garnish with a grating of Pecorino Romano cheese.

1848

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

123

Carbs

132

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp.olive oil, 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, split and cut into 1/2-inch pieces, ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 1 small head cauliflower, cored and trimmed florets, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Cauliflower and Pecorino Romano falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken and Cauliflower and Pecorino Romano

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