Chicken With Green Lentils Recipe

Name: Chicken With Green Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices bacon, chopped; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 2 large skinless chicken thighs, skin removed; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 garlic clove, sliced; 2 teaspoons flour; 2 teaspoons tomato paste; 5 fluid ounces dry white wine; 6 2/3 fluid ounces chicken stock; 1 2/3 ounces green lentils; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 3 ounces brown button mushrooms, halved

Servings: persons

2 slices bacon, chopped
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 large skinless chicken thighs, skin removed
1 medium onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, sliced
2 teaspoons flour
2 teaspoons tomato paste
5 fluid ounces dry white wine
6 2/3 fluid ounces chicken stock
1 2/3 ounces green lentils
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3 ounces brown button mushrooms, halved

1
Fry the bacon quickly in the oil, then lift onto a plate.
2
Add the chicken and brown on each side. Set aside with the bacon.
3
Tip the onion and garlic into the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
4
Stir in the flour and tomato paste, then stir over a low heat for 3 minutes.
5
Add the wine, stock, lentils and thyme.
6
Bring to the boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
7
Stir in the mushrooms, bacon and chicken.
8
Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, until the lentils are tender and the chicken cooked.
9
Season and serve.

530

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices bacon, chopped, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 2 large skinless chicken thighs, skin removed, 1 medium onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Green Lentils 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Green Lentils

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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