Savory Chicken Stir Fry With Spinach, Mushrooms, And Tomatoes
This is a terrific midweek meal. It will be on the table in just 30 minutes. It’s big on flavor and easy to clean up since it’s all made in one pan.
Servings 5
Calories 425kcal
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil divided
- 2 pounds of chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 pounds mushrooms cleaned and sliced
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes diced or 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- In a large frying pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of the avocado oil over a medium flame, but not smoking.
- Add chicken and cook, stirring continuously until the chicken is tender, about five minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside. Drain the pan juices from the wok. Wipe the wok clean so it will be ready for cooking your vegetables2 pounds of chicken breasts
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. Add spinach and season with turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute. Add mushrooms, tomatoes, and onions. Stir and cook for 15 minutes.5 ounces baby spinach, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 2 pounds mushrooms, 2 tomatoes, 1 red onion
- Add garam masala and salt. Stir and continue cooking for another minute.1 teaspoon garam masala, 2 teaspoons salt
- Stir in lemon juice, cilantro, and cayenne pepper (optional).1/4 cup fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Toss the chicken back in. Stir until well combined and serve.
Notes
- No avocado oil? No problem. You can use extra-virgin olive oil or any oil you prefer. You don’t need to have a high flame. Just keep the flame on medium and make sure the oil doesn’t start to smoke.
- I recommend pounding each chicken breast with a meat tenderizer because this cut can have a tendency to be a little tough. However, a few whacks with the mallet softens the fibers of the chicken, and your chicken will turn out nice and tender.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.9g | Protein: 59.9g
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