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Dijon Chicken and Quinoa Skillet With Baby Kale and Cranberries

45 Minutes

4 Servings

We tore this recipe out of our Clean Eating Magazine and used it many times when the whole family was still eating meat.  It's so nice to make a meal in one skillet and be DONE!

Dijon Chicken and Quinoa Skillet With Baby Kale and Cranberries
  1. In a large skillet or sauté pan on medium-high, heat 2 tsp oil. Add chicken, season with 1/4 tsp salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in quinoa, 1 3/4 cups water and remaining 1/8 tsp salt. Increase heat to high, cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.

  2. Add about half of kale and cover skillet to let it wilt slightly, about 1 minute. Add remaining half of kale and stir to combine. Cover and simmer until kale is tender and liquid is absorbed, 4 to 6 minutes. (Note: If all the liquid absorbs before kale finishes cooking, add more water as needed.) Remove from heat.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, maple syrup, lemon juice and remaining 3 tsp oil. To skillet, add about half of mustard sauce and the cranberries and stir to combine. Divide among plates and drizzle evenly with remaining mustard sauce.

Ingredients

  • 5 tsp olive oil, divided

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1/4 plus 1/8 tsp sea salt, divided

  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

  • 5 oz baby kale (about 
5 packed cups)

  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup

  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1/3 cup dried unsweetened cranberries

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Disclaimer: Kara & Kris Gibbons are not  trained dieticians, nutritionists, chefs, or medical professionals. The information on this website is based on facts, research, and personal experiences. This information is not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure any disease. Never dismiss any advice your health physician gives. The authors shall in no event be held liable for any loss or other damages including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or any other damages.

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