ALMOND CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS

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A wonderful recipe full of nutrients from the bed of spinach and protein from the chicken. This dish combines several flavors for a great tasting lunch or dinner. Adapted from a popular weight loss tracking website.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups asparagus tips, diagonally cut
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus tips for 2 minutes or until crisp but tender.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt, curry, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.
  • Add the steamed asparagus, chicken, bell peppers, cilantro and almonds. Toss to coat with dressing. Serve on fresh spinach leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 59.4, Sodium 221.1, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.6, Protein 25

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