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Why I Love to Make These Chicken & Curried Honey Lentils Harvest Bowls
During the week, my meals usually consist of mixing together my favorite quick-made foods into some sort of salad-like bowl meal. The mixture often includes roasted vegetables, nuts, lean meat, and some style of homemade dressing. This has become my go-to routine when I don’t want to prepare a meal.
What’s great about a bowl is that many of the components can be made ahead, making mealtime speedy. Or, leftovers from previous meals can be used if making ahead doesn’t sound like fun.
In my humble opinion, bowls are the ultimate meal. All of the ingredients are healthy, nourishing, and the dressing can send the flavors into epic territory.
What is the best way to roast vegetables?
Roasting vegetables is easy and quick, but there is a right way to roast. Even though it may seem scary at times, high heat is extremely important. But there are important things to remember:
- When roasting multiple vegetables, cut pieces into the same size so they roast at the same rate.
- If using denser and softer vegetables, cut soft ones thicker so they do not over roast.
- Coat all sides of the vegetables in oil to ensure they roast properly and do not dry out.
- Season the vegetables well with salt to bring out all of their flavor.
- To allow the vegetables to caramelize and brown properly, use a high heat, such as 425°F.
Why are lentils a healthy choice?
Lentils are delicious, but they’re also a nutritious choice. Once they’re cooked, they can be used as a starch, but are high in protein and fiber.
Lentils have a long list of minerals and vitamins. And unlike a bread or white potato, lentils can help us stay full while providing nutrients. They cook relatively quickly and can be flavored to add as a terrific addition to any salad, side… or this bowl!
Sold on lentils? If not yet, give them a try with the curry powder and honey in this recipe and you’ll be a believer!
Follow These Tips
Serving
Serve warm in individual bowls. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness.
Storage
Store components separately or together in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. Alternatively, lentils and chicken can be stored in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
More Chicken Recipes
- Chicken rice pilaf
- Chicken pot pie with biscuits
- One pan chicken, chickpeas, and broccoli
- Korean-style chicken lettuce cups
- Baked crispy chicken strips
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Chicken & Curried Honey Lentils Harvest Bowls
Ingredients
For the lentils
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 ½ tsp yellow curry powder
- ¾ cup green lentils
- 2 cups water
- 1 ½ tbsp honey
For the vegetables
- 1 medium (12 oz) celery root cut into ½-inch pieces
- 12 oz Brussels sprouts halved
- 1 medium beet cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 Delicata squash cut into ½-inch slices
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
For the chicken
- 8 oz chicken breasts (approx. two breasts)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 ½ tsp chipotle powder
For the dressing
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp water
For the bowl
- 8 oz lettuce
- ½ cup toasted pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 4 oz goat cheese
Instructions
For the lentils
- In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion and salt and sauté until softened, 4-6 minutes. Add the curry powder and stir for 30 seconds to heat. Add the lentils and water. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.½ cup chopped onion, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 ½ tsp yellow curry powder, ¾ cup green lentils, 2 cups water
- Cook until the lentils are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 18-22 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove from the heat, add the honey, and set aside until ready to assemble the bowls.1 ½ tbsp honey
For the vegetables
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Place all of the vegetables on two baking sheets, allowing adequate space to ensure they roast evenly. Drizzle with olive oil and mix them to coat evenly. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.1 medium (12 oz) celery root, 12 oz Brussels sprouts, 1 medium beet, 1 Delicata squash, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 ½ tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Roast in the preheated oven until the vegetables are browned and tender, 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
For the chicken
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Drizzle the chicken breasts with oil, and sprinkle with salt and chipotle powder. Roast in the preheated oven until the center registers 155°F.8 oz chicken breasts (approx. two breasts), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 ½ tsp chipotle powder
- Remove from the oven and let it rest until the temperature reaches 160°F, 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve.
For the dressing
- In a small bowl, combine the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, and water. Whisk until smooth. Add more water as needed to make a smooth consistency.⅓ cup tahini, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, ½ tsp kosher salt, ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, 2 tbsp water
For the bowls
- Add lettuce to each individual bowl. Top with the vegetables, chicken, dressing, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and goat cheese.8 oz lettuce, ½ cup toasted pumpkin seeds, ½ cup dried cranberries, 4 oz goat cheese
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment below!
This is SO GOOD. I could eat it weekly, I think it’s my new favorite dinner!❤️❤️
This looks delicious! I’m going to try it. I was just wondering about the peel on the celeriac? I noticed you didn’t peel it.
So amazing! Textures and flavors were balanced and we loved it. Perfect healthy fall dish!
Hi Kaleb! I was wondering how much oil to sautee onions in. Also, I can’t find where the honey is used on the lentil portion of the recipe.
Thanks!
Patti
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