Springtime Chicken Skillet

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Springtime Chicken Skillet
30 min.
4
421kcal

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Welcome to the vibrant flavors of spring with our delightful Springtime Chicken Skillet! This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal that caters to gluten-free and dairy-free diets, making it perfect for everyone at the table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a colorful medley of fresh ingredients that celebrate the season.

Imagine tender strips of boneless chicken breasts sautéed to perfection, paired with crisp asparagus and creamy fava beans, all enveloped in a luscious mint pesto that adds a refreshing twist. The combination of fresh herbs, zesty lemon juice, and the earthy notes of radicchio creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, boasting a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein while keeping fats and carbs in check. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a hearty dinner, or a main course that impresses, the Springtime Chicken Skillet is your go-to recipe. Gather your loved ones, and let the vibrant colors and fresh flavors of spring inspire your next meal!

Ingredients

  • cup asparagus fresh chopped
  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.5 cup avarakkai / broad beans fresh shelled drained (from 19-oz can)
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cup parsley fresh italian chopped (flat-leaf)
  • cups radicchio thinly chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • medium shallots 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into 2- to 3-inch strips

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat 10- to 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sprinkle chicken strips with salt and pepper.
  3. Drizzle skillet with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  4. Add chicken; cook until browned on 1 side. Turn chicken; add asparagus, fava beans and broth. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in center and asparagus is crisp-tender.
  5. Meanwhile, in food processor, place all Mint Pesto ingredients except olive oil. Cover; process with on/off pulses until combined. While processor is running, pour 1/2 cup olive oil in steady stream, processing until mixture resembles pesto.
  6. Pour Chicken-Veggie
  7. Mixture into large serving bowl.
  8. Add radicchio and Mint Pesto; toss well to combine.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories421kcal
Protein49.68%
Fat40.37%
Carbs9.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46
Glycemic Load
2.41
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
34.416956476543%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
25.4mg
Delphinidin
1.54mg
Eriodictyol
2.29mg
Hesperetin
2.2mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Apigenin
32.65mg
Luteolin
8.51mg
Isorhamnetin
1.91mg
Kaempferol
0.69mg
Myricetin
2.23mg
Quercetin
11.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:421.29kcal
21.06%
Fat:18.7g
28.77%
Saturated Fat:3.08g
19.28%
Carbohydrates:10.37g
3.46%
Net Carbohydrates:7.03g
2.56%
Sugar:2.11g
2.34%
Cholesterol:145.44mg
48.48%
Sodium:916.43mg
39.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:51.78g
103.57%
Vitamin K:320.34µg
305.08%
Vitamin B3:24.54mg
122.69%
Selenium:74.26µg
106.09%
Vitamin B6:1.8mg
90.24%
Phosphorus:547.09mg
54.71%
Vitamin C:32.85mg
39.82%
Vitamin A:1836.39IU
36.73%
Vitamin B5:3.53mg
35.31%
Potassium:1181.27mg
33.75%
Folate:94.26µg
23.57%
Magnesium:90.4mg
22.6%
Vitamin E:3.19mg
21.3%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.04%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.29%
Iron:3.42mg
19.01%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.3%
Copper:0.31mg
15.26%
Zinc:2.11mg
14.04%
Fiber:3.34g
13.35%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.61%
Calcium:71.47mg
7.15%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%