Tender chicken in creamy walnut sauce with aromatic spices and a fresh tomato salad.
Nutrition figures are copied from the meal plan; it does not specify whether they refer to one serving or the whole recipe. They are unverified estimates, not values for calculating your intake. Total time includes resting, cooling or freezing and has been adjusted to the method.
Ingredients and Method
- Preparation
- 20 min
- Cooking / baking
- 40 min
- Total time
- 60 min
- Servings
- 2–3 servings
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup (40 g) walnuts
- 1 cup (240 ml) hot water
- 1 tbsp olive oil, used 2 times
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 small onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- ½ tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tbsp paprika
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- ½ bunch fresh coriander
- 300 g cherry tomatoes
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 bunch fresh parsley
Method
- 1Crush the walnuts and cover with hot water in a blender jug.
- 2Heat olive oil, sear the chicken for about 2 minutes on each side and set aside.
- 3Soften one onion, then add it and the pan juices to the walnuts. Add garlic and spices and blend smoothly.
- 4Return the sauce to the pan with the chicken. Simmer gently for about 40 minutes, turning occasionally and adding water if needed.
- 5Switch off the heat for the last 10 minutes and let the chicken rest in the sauce; stir in chopped coriander. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
- 6Chop the second onion and parsley and quarter the tomatoes. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- 7Serve the chicken with tomato salad and optional cauliflower rice.
Nutrition From the Meal Plan
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Fibre | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
Nutrition values are estimates from the original recipe. Check every ingredient if you have allergies or intolerances; oat flour is gluten-free only when certified as such.
This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
About the Author
Nadine SommerNadine Sommer supports women with insulin resistance and hormonal weight-loss barriers — with a holistic approach, without diet rules.
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