Monday, June 18, 2012

Almond Chicken with Strawberry - Balsamic Sauce


If you prefer a sweet-tart sauce with your crispy chicken, then look no further. This is very easy to make and is wheat/dairy free. Your family will think you've spent hours on this quick and delicious meal served with a wilted spinach salad!


 Ingredients

1/2 cup of McCann's Quick Cooking Rolled Oats
1/3 cup of Trader Joe's Almond Meal (or coarsely ground almonds)
8 Chicken Breast Tenderloins
Coconut Oil
1/4 cup of chopped green onions
1/3 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup of strawberry preserves
3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
1 package of baby spinach
Salt & Pepper to taste

  • Combine the Oats, Almonds, Salt and Pepper in a large ziplock or tupperware.
  • Add chicken one piece at a time and shake to coat evenly.
  • In a large skillet coated with coconut oil, cook over medium heat until done.
  • Remove chicken and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, cook green onions until tender.
  • Stir in broth, preserves, vinegar and bring to a boil. 
  • Reduce heat and simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes)
  • Meanwhile, in a large sauce pan, bring 1/2 inches of water to boil . 
  • Add spinach, cove and cook for 3 minutes until wilted, then drain.
  • Serve chicken and spinach with the sauce and Enjoy!
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