NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp dried thyme

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

0.75 cup cooked white rice

2 cup fresh baby spinach

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tbsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Dice the chicken breast into even 1-inch pieces and season thoroughly with sea salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.

• 2

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

• 3

  Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet in a single layer and sear until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.

• 4

  Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate and set aside.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent.

• 6

  Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until the aroma is released.

• 7

  Add the leftover cooked rice to the pan, using a spatula to break up any large clumps, and stir to coat the grains in the aromatics.

• 8

  Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet, then add the fresh baby spinach, tossing gently until the leaves just begin to wilt.

• 9

  Remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley and lemon juice to brighten the flavors before serving.