Chicken With Spinach And Prunes Iranian Style Recipe

Name: Chicken With Spinach And Prunes Iranian Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds chicken breast cut in cubes; 4 cups spinach leaves, trimmed and washed; 8 ounces pitless prunes; 1/2 onion, thinly cubed; 1 pinch saffron threads; 1 dash turmeric; 1/2 cup lemon juice (or more to taste); 2 cups chicken broth low sodium; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup toasted almonds or pine nuts

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds chicken breast cut in cubes
4 cups spinach leaves, trimmed and washed
8 ounces pitless prunes
1/2 onion, thinly cubed
1 pinch saffron threads
1 dash turmeric
1/2 cup lemon juice (or more to taste)
2 cups chicken broth low sodium
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup toasted almonds or pine nuts

1
Heat the oil in a large casserole and add the chicken to brown all sides. Transfer the chicken to a plate and reserve
2
In the same casserole saute the onions with the turneric, the saffron, salt and pepper until translucent, about five minutes.
3
Return the chicken to the pan and blend well. Once it is boling add the chicken broth and the prunes, cover and let it simmer about 20 minutes.
4
Add the trimmed spinach and mix well, let it wilt for about five minutes while you toast the almonds in a separate pan
5
Once spinach is wilted and incorporated adjust salt and pepper and finalize with a splash of lemon juince. Serve on top of rice/quinoa or couscous with teh almonds on the top and a spring of cilantro.

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* 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: 1 1/4 pounds chicken breast cut in cubes, 4 cups spinach leaves, trimmed and washed, 8 ounces pitless prunes, 1/2 onion, thinly cubed, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Spinach And Prunes Iranian Style 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 With Spinach And Prunes Iranian Style

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