Poached chicken with chilli, lemon and mint

In search of a refreshing, light, yet flavorful dish? Dive into the world of Poached chicken with chilli, lemon and mint. This dish offers a blend of zesty and aromatic ingredients that’s not only a treat for your palate but also a nutritional powerhouse. Say goodbye to mundane chicken recipes and embrace this invigorating sensation.

Ingredients for POACHED CHICKEN WITH CHILLI, LEMON AND MINT:

• Chicken breasts: 2 pieces (500g)
• Fresh chillies: 2 (medium-sized)
• Lemon: 1 (juiced and zested)
• Fresh mint leaves: 15g (finely chopped)
• Water: 2 cups (500 ml)
• Salt: 1 tsp (5g)
• Black pepper: 1/2 tsp (2.5g)
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp (30 ml)

Time:

• Preparation: 10 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes
• Total: 30 minutes

Serves 2

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30g
• Carbs: 8g
• Fat: 20g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 3g
• Sodium: 600mg

Instructions:

1. Start by finely chopping the fresh chillies, ensuring to remove the seeds for a milder heat.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a simmer.
3. Add chicken breasts to the pot and ensure they are fully submerged.
4. Poach the chicken for about 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked.
5. While the chicken is poaching, in a bowl, combine the chopped chillies, lemon juice and zest, mint, and olive oil. Mix well.
6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and allow it to cool slightly.
7. Slice the chicken into thin pieces.
8. Drizzle the chilli, lemon and mint mixture over the sliced chicken.
9. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.

Tips:

1. For an extra zesty kick, add lemon slices to the poaching water.
2. Poaching is a gentle method of cooking; ensure the water is simmering and not boiling to keep the chicken tender.
3. Fresh mint can be overpowering; adjust the quantity according to your preference.

Serving Suggestions:

Lay the Poached chicken with chilli, lemon and mint on a bed of fresh greens like arugula or spinach for a wholesome meal. It pairs well with a side of quinoa salad or roasted vegetables. Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture. Enjoy this dish with a chilled glass of sparkling water infused with fresh cucumber slices and mint for a refreshing dining experience.

POACHED CHICKEN WITH CHILLI, LEMON AND MINT

In search of a refreshing, light, yet flavorful dish? Dive into the world of Poached chicken with chilli, lemon and mint. This dish offers a blend of zesty and aromatic ingredients that’s not only a treat for your palate but also a nutritional powerhouse. Say goodbye to mundane chicken recipes and embrace this invigorating sensation.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

POACHED CHICKEN WITH CHILLI, LEMON AND MINT

Amount per Serving

Calories

350

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

20

g

31

%

Sodium

 

600

mg

26

%

Carbohydrates

 

8

g

3

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

3

g

3

%

Protein

 

30

g

60

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts: 2 pieces 500g
• Fresh chillies: 2 medium-sized
• Lemon: 1 juiced and zested
• Fresh mint leaves: 15g finely chopped
• Water: 2 cups 500 ml
• Salt: 1 tsp 5g
• Black pepper: 1/2 tsp 2.5g
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp 30 ml

Instructions

• Start by finely chopping the fresh chillies, ensuring to remove the seeds for a milder heat.
• In a large pot, bring water to a simmer.
• Add chicken breasts to the pot and ensure they are fully submerged.
• Poach the chicken for about 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked.
• While the chicken is poaching, in a bowl, combine the chopped chillies, lemon juice and zest, mint, and olive oil. Mix well.
• Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and allow it to cool slightly.
• Slice the chicken into thin pieces.
• Drizzle the chilli, lemon and mint mixture over the sliced chicken.
• Season with salt and pepper according to taste.

Notes

TIPS:

1. For an extra zesty kick, add lemon slices to the poaching water.
2. Poaching is a gentle method of cooking; ensure the water is simmering and not boiling to keep the chicken tender.
3. Fresh mint can be overpowering; adjust the quantity according to your preference.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Lay the Poached chicken with chilli, lemon and mint on a bed of fresh greens like arugula or spinach for a wholesome meal. It pairs well with a side of quinoa salad or roasted vegetables. Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture. Enjoy this dish with a chilled glass of sparkling water infused with fresh cucumber slices and mint for a refreshing dining experience.