Garlic Chicken over Baby Spinach with Toasted Pine Nuts

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
85%
Garlic Chicken over Baby Spinach with Toasted Pine Nuts
40 min.
4
664kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Garlic Chicken over Baby Spinach with Toasted Pine Nuts. This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome choice for health-conscious food lovers. With a health score of 85, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with nutrients, making it an ideal option for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a satisfying meal.

The star of this recipe is the tender, juicy chicken thighs, perfectly seasoned and coated in a crunchy corn flake crust, delivering a satisfying texture with every bite. Complemented by the earthy flavors of sautéed shallots and mushrooms, this dish is elevated further with the addition of sun-dried tomatoes, which add a burst of tangy sweetness. The toasted pine nuts provide a delightful crunch and a nutty aroma that ties all the flavors together.

Served atop a bed of fresh baby spinach, this dish not only looks stunning but also offers a refreshing contrast to the warm, savory chicken. Drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing, it’s a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Dive into this healthy, delicious meal that promises to nourish your body and delight your senses!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts 
  • 0.5 cup oatmeal cornflakes 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 20 oz chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup shallots halved sliced
  • cups mushrooms sliced
  • tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes sliced in oil
  • cups baby spinach fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl or tightly covered container, beat with wire whisk or shake dressing ingredients; set aside.
  2. Heat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Cook pine nuts in skillet about 4 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are light brown; remove and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix corn flake crumbs and garlic powder.
  4. Add chicken; toss until evenly coated. Increase heat to medium-high. In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil until hot. Cook chicken in oil 8 to10 minutes, turning occasionally, until no longer pink in center; remove and set aside.
  5. In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil until hot. Cook shallots and mushrooms in oil about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes; remove from heat, stir in chicken.
  6. To serve, arrange spinach in 4 serving plastes; top with chicken mixture.
  7. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts.
  8. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories664kcal
Protein21.64%
Fat50.98%
Carbs27.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.82
Glycemic Load
5.06
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
51.372608765312%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Kaempferol
3.83mg
Myricetin
0.21mg
Quercetin
2.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:663.62kcal
33.18%
Fat:38.94g
59.91%
Saturated Fat:5.67g
35.44%
Carbohydrates:47.05g
15.68%
Net Carbohydrates:41.28g
15.01%
Sugar:13.47g
14.97%
Cholesterol:134.66mg
44.89%
Sodium:582.26mg
25.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.19g
74.38%
Vitamin K:313.98µg
299.03%
Vitamin A:6336.94IU
126.74%
Vitamin B3:18mg
90%
Manganese:1.6mg
80.01%
Vitamin B6:1.59mg
79.42%
Vitamin B2:1.28mg
75.03%
Iron:13.3mg
73.86%
Folate:267.85µg
66.96%
Selenium:45.3µg
64.72%
Vitamin C:45.93mg
55.67%
Phosphorus:501.5mg
50.15%
Vitamin B1:0.73mg
48.91%
Potassium:1434.1mg
40.97%
Vitamin B12:2.42µg
40.4%
Vitamin E:5.95mg
39.68%
Copper:0.73mg
36.59%
Magnesium:141.37mg
35.34%
Vitamin B5:3.48mg
34.82%
Zinc:4.11mg
27.41%
Fiber:5.76g
23.05%
Calcium:102.03mg
10.2%
Vitamin D:1.26µg
8.38%