Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Chicken Dukkah

Chicken Dukkah
Do you know dukkah? This Egyptian food ingredient has a very unique flavor, coupled with fresh chicken will produce a special recipe.

INGREDIENTS
2 ½ tbsps olive oil
2 small (500g total) chicken breast fillets
500g broccoli, cut into florets
2 tsps finely grated lemon rind
1 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup pine nuts
¼ cup pistachio dukkah
120g baby spinach

DIRECTIONS
1. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Cover with foil. Steep for 5 minutes. Slice. Clean pan.

2. Meanwhile, place broccoli in a bowl for the large heat-resistant microwave. Add 2 tablespoons of cold water. Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 2 minutes or until bright green and tender.

3. Combine lemon zest, lemon juice and remaining oil in a bowl.

4. Place the pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until toasted. Transfer to a bowl. Add to skillet dukkah. cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add chicken, broccoli and pine nuts to the pan. Mix for 1-2 minutes or until coated. Transfer to a heatproof bowl.

5. Add spinach, chicken and dressing seasoning. Stir to combine. Serve.

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