YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Seared Chicken Thighs with Lentil Mash and Steamed Asparagus
Savor the hearty flavors of tender seared chicken thighs paired with a smooth, velvety lentil mash, all complemented by crisp, steamed asparagus. This dinner offers a perfect balance of savory meat and protein-packed legumes, accented with a hint of garlic and lemon to elevate the natural tastes of each ingredient.
INGREDIENTS
3 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approx. 300g)
1.5 cups cooked lentils (from dry lentils)
1 cup asparagus
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Rinse the lentils and place them in a pot with water. Bring to a boil then simmer until tender (about 20-25 minutes). Drain and mash with one minced garlic clove, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the remaining lightly crushed garlic.
Place the chicken thighs in the skillet and sear for about 6-8 minutes per side until they are well-browned and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
While the chicken cooks, steam the asparagus until just tender (about 5-7 minutes).
Serve the seared chicken thighs atop a bed of creamy lentil mash, with steamed asparagus on the side. Drizzle any pan juices over the chicken and garnish with a squeeze of extra lemon if desired.