When it comes to hearty, flavorful, and satisfying meals, few dishes can beat a fresh tomato lentil and chicken bake. This classic dish combines the vibrant flavors of juicy tomatoes, tender lentils, and savory chicken into a comforting culinary experience. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion feast, this versatile dish is sure to please your taste buds and leave you feeling warm and satisfied.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
STEWED LENTILS AND TOMATOES
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onions, carrots and fennel and cook over medium-low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Meanwhile, rinse and pick over the lentils to make sure there are no stones in the package.
- Add the tomatoes, lentils, chicken stock, curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Raise the heat to bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer covered for about 40 minutes, until the lentils are tender. Check occasionally to be sure the liquid is still simmering. Remove from the heat and allow the lentils to sit covered for another 10 minutes. Add the vinegar, season to taste, and serve hot.
FRESH TOMATO, LENTIL, AND CHICKEN BAKE
My husband would eat this every day if he could. Top with goat cheese if desired.
Provided by Maria
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place an 8x8-inch glass baking dish in the preheating oven to warm briefly. Remove and add coconut oil, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in lentils.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lentils are warmed through, about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and oregano over tomato slices. Remove lentils from the oven and layer tomato slices and accumulated juices on top. Pour boiling water over tomatoes.
- Continue baking until tomatoes soften, about 10 minutes.
- Toss remaining 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, chicken, avocado, Kalamata olives, and macadamia nut oil together in a small bowl. Remove lentils from the oven and spread chicken mixture on top.
- Return to the oven and bake until flavors combine, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 746 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 51.1 g, Fiber 14.1 g, Protein 40.2 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 1286.1 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
CHICKEN & CHERRY TOMATO LENTILS
A simple traybake that combines storecupboard pulses with chicken thighs, cumin and parsley
Provided by Katy Greenwood
Categories Main course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Toss the chicken and onion with the oil, arrange on a baking tray and season. Roast for 10 mins, then add the cherry tomatoes and sprinkle over the cumin seeds. Cook for another 10 mins.
- Meanwhile, heat the Puy lentils following pack instructions, then turn out into a large serving bowl. Once the chicken is ready, add everything to the bowl with the lentils and toss together. Stir in the red wine vinegar, parsley and seasoning to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 41 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium
SKINNY LENTIL AND TOMATO CHICKEN SOUP
53% less sodium • 65% more Vitamin C than the original recipe. Chock full of chicken and vitamin-packed veggies, this will be one fat-busting soup you will love to scoop.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and garlic. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are nearly tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add chicken broth, lentils, and dried basil (if using) to vegetable mixture. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in kale and pepper. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cooked chicken and undrained tomatoes. Cover and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes more or until kale and lentils are tender. Stir in fresh basil (if using).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked lentils or canned lentils. You can also use frozen chicken breasts, just be sure to thaw them before cooking.
- If you don't have any fresh tomatoes, you can use diced tomatoes from a can. Just be sure to drain them well before adding them to the dish.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as chopped carrots, celery, or zucchini.
- If you like a little spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the dish.
- Serve this dish with a side of rice, quinoa, or pasta.
Conclusion:
This fresh tomato, lentil, and chicken bake is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this one a try.
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