Fresh Tomato, Lentil, And Chicken Bake Recipe

Name: Fresh Tomato, Lentil, And Chicken Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided; 2 cups sprouted French green lentils, rinsed; 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, minced; 4 tomatoes, sliced 1/3-inch thick, or more to taste; 1/4 cup boiling water; 1 cooked chicken breast, cubed; 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed; 10 Kalamata olives, pitted and quartered; 1 teaspoon macadamia nut oil

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
2 cups sprouted French green lentils, rinsed
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, minced
4 tomatoes, sliced 1/3-inch thick, or more to taste
1/4 cup boiling water
1 cooked chicken breast, cubed
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed
10 Kalamata olives, pitted and quartered
1 teaspoon macadamia nut oil

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Place an 8x8-inch glass baking dish in the preheating oven to warm briefly. Remove and add coconut oil, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in lentils.
3
Bake in the preheated oven until lentils are warmed through, about 10 minutes.
4
Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and oregano over tomato slices. Remove lentils from the oven and layer tomato slices and accumulated juices on top. Pour boiling water over tomatoes.
5
Continue baking until tomatoes soften, about 10 minutes.
6
Toss remaining 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, chicken, avocado, Kalamata olives, and macadamia nut oil together in a small bowl. Remove lentils from the oven and spread chicken mixture on top.
7
Return to the oven and bake until flavors combine, about 10 minutes more.

405

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 tablespoons coconut oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided, 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Fresh Tomato, Lentil, And Chicken Bake 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.

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Fresh Tomato, Lentil, And Chicken Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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