Wednesday, January 31, 2007

Chicken Lentil Stew


This is really hardly a recipe. But it is something I cook, and it is quick, cheap, and healthy - which are winning combinations for most people.

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1 inch chunks
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 box of whole grain seasoned rice (such as pilaf) or 2 heaping cups of wild rice
1 can of fat free lentil soup, or 1 cup cooked lentils and 3/4 cup chicken broth

Cut chicken into small pieces, pan fry in the oil and soy sauce quickly over high heat. Set aside on paper towels to drain any oil.

Prepare rice according to any package directions, or in a rice cooker. In a saucepan, combine cooked rice with soup (or lentils and broth). Add in chicken pieces and bring to a boil. Simmer until liquid is reduced and a rice stew remains.

This recipe has virtually no fat or sugar, and between the lentils and chicken is a double source of protein! All in all it's hard to go wrong.