Makes dinner for two, with leftovers for lunch.
Approximate cooking time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp sea salt (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbs coconut oil
- 1 bunch kale, removed from woody stems
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
Instructions
- Combine chicken, cumin, chili powder, sea salt (if desired), and garlic in a medium bowl until chicken is fully coated.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add coconut oil.
- When pan is hot, add chicken (it should sizzle). Brown the chicken and stir occasionally (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add kale leaves and red pepper. Stir and continue to cook until chicken is 165° F, and vegetables are slightly tender (about 5 more minutes).
- Serve hot, topped with toasted almonds.
12 Comments
willti1
What is a good sub for cumin? I’m finding I’m not a fan, unless u can persuade me with the health benefits of it:)
Neely
willti1 – Whatever your heart desires, you should use that. Maybe try rosemary or lots of ground peppercorns, or sage, or a poultry blend of spices. They’re all good.
cadaum
Oh man! So easy and delicious! This is my first recipe I cooked (signed up yesterday), can’t wait to become a super awesome paleo chef. :)
simpiefc
What would you use in place of kale???
Neely Quinn
simpiefc – You can use any green you’d like – spinach, collards, and/or chard would work nicely.
dayanis
Followed the recipe exactly as posted and really enjoyed a wonderful meal.
Beth
Just made this. Amazing!! Added a bit of coriander and dried thyme. And subbed cherry tomatoes for green peppers since I don’t love peppers. Absolutely yummy! Great quick and delicious recipe. Definitely making this again. Thank you!!
Beth
LOVED this dish! Quick and easy! I added fresh mushrooms to mine :) Delish!
Andrea
Very good! Have little hands help rip up the kale to get them interested in eating it! Worked with my 3 year old!
Erin
Delicious! This will definitely go into my recipe book.
ajlandt
This was delicious, but it only seemed to make 2 servings. Any ideas on how to stretch it to make 4?
Neely Quinn
ajlandt – If it was truly only 2 servings for you, then you have higher caloric needs than an average person. Or you’re eating too much ;) Just make more next time :)