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Roasted chicken breast with strawberry and balsamic lentils

Tender chicken breast fillets are fried until golden brown and served on a bed of lentils topped with fresh strawberries and balsamic vinegar. A spring-like dish that impresses with its combination of savory and sweet flavors. Perfectly complemented by an elegant Pinot Noir from Baden.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main course
Cuisine German, Spring cuisine
Servings 2 People
Calories 480 kcal

Cooking utensils

  • 1 Pan
  • 1 Pot
  • 1 Chopping board
  • 1 Knife

Ingredients
  

For the chicken:

  • 2 Chicken breast fillets
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

For the strawberry balsamic lentils:

  • 150 g green or brown lentils
  • 1 small shallot
  • 1 Garlic clove
  • 100 g fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Preparation
 

Chicken breast:

  • Season the chicken breast fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a pan and fry the chicken breast fillets on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove from the pan and leave to rest briefly.

Strawberry balsamic lentils:

  • Cook the lentils in lightly salted water according to the packet instructions until al dente (approx. 20-25 minutes). Then drain and leave to cool briefly.
  • Meanwhile, wash the strawberries, remove the green parts and cut into small cubes.
  • Finely dice the shallot and fry in 1 tbsp olive oil over a medium heat until translucent.
  • Add the brown sugar, caramelize briefly and deglaze with the balsamic vinegar. Allow to reduce slightly until it reaches a syrupy consistency.
  • Fold in the cooked lentils and diced strawberries and mix everything together carefully.
  • Season to taste with salt, freshly ground pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice if necessary.
  • If necessary, add a little stock or water to keep the consistency nice and juicy.
  • Keep warm and serve with the fried chicken breast.

Recommended side dishes

  • Spring herb salad with rocket and radishes
  • Crispy baguette or ciabatta
  • Roasted green asparagus with lemon zest

Nutritional values per portion

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 18g
Keyword Balsamic vinegar, Chicken breast, Lenses, Pinot Noir, Spring dish, Strawberries
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