NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.25 cup basmati rice

0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 tsp ground turmeric

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Rinse the rice under cold water and combine with the chicken broth and half of the turmeric in a small pot; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes.

• 2

  Season the chicken breast evenly on both sides with the remaining turmeric, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the skillet to rest for 3 minutes, then add the fresh spinach to the same skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until just wilted.

• 5

  Fluff the golden rice with a fork and stir in the lemon juice for a bright finish.

• 6

  Slice the chicken breast and serve it atop the turmeric rice with the sautéed spinach on the side.