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Chicken Walnut Salad

Chicken Walnut Salad

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Chicken Walnut Salad

Recipe by Summit Natural Health Centre
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Servings

2

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 c cooked chicken breast

  • 3 c washed baby spinach

  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced and halved

  • 1 stalk of celery

  • 1 c halved cherry tomatoes

  • 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1/2 c chopped walnuts

  • sea salt to taste

Directions

  • Bake chicken, remove skin, cut into cubes and refrigerate, or use left-over chicken.
  • In a bowl, combine all ingredients except walnuts.
  • In a small jar, combine oil, vinegar and sea salt.
  • Pour over dressing over vegetables and chicken, and toss, adding walnuts at the end.
  • Serve immediately.
Chicken Piccata with Steamed Rapini

Chicken Piccata with Steamed Rapini

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Chicken Piccata with Steamed Rapini
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Chicken Piccata with Steamed Rapini

Recipe by Summit Natural Health Centre
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 small chicken breasts, skinless and boneless, butterflied and cut in half

  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • Arrowroot powder or non-wheat flour for dredging

  • 4 tbsp. ghee/clarified butter

  • 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

  • ½ cup chicken stock

  • ¼ cup brined capers, rinsed

  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 bunch rapini, washed and trimmed

Directions

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge chicken in flour and shake off excess.
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of ghee with 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  • When butter and oil start to sizzle, add chicken and cook for 3 minutes. When chicken is browned, flip and cook other side for 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat and transfer chicken on a plate.
  • Add the lemon juice, stock and capers to the pan. Return to stove and bring to boil, scraping up brown bits from the pan for extra flavor. Check for seasoning.
  • Return all the chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Meanwhile steam the rapini for 2 minutes.
  • Remove chicken to platter. Add remaining 2 tablespoons ghee to sauce and whisk vigorously. Pour sauce over chicken and rapini and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Adapted from: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/chicken-piccata-recipe2.html
Chicken Curry with Brown Rice

Chicken Curry with Brown Rice

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Chicken Curry with Brown Rice
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Chicken Curry with Brown Rice

Recipe by Summit Natural Health Centre
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken, chopped into bite-sized pieces

  • 3 green chilies

  • 1 tbs cumin

  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

  • 1 tbs coconut oil

  • 2 onions, diced

  • 4 tomatoes, diced

  • 3 cloves of garlic, chopped

  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powders

Directions

  • Cook brown rice according to package directions.
  • In a frying pan, heat oil to medium.
  • Add tomatoes, chicken, green chilies, garlic, ginger, cumin seeds, coriander and turmeric.
  • Cover and cook on moderate high heat for 10 – 15 minutes. Remove lid and stir.
  • Add onions and leave on stove until rice is cooked.
  • Serve over brown rice.

Notes

  • Use water to thin the sauce to the desired consistency.
    Add 60 ml of coconut milk for a creamier sauce.
Chicken, Broccoli and Tomato on Pasta

Chicken, Broccoli and Tomato on Pasta

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Chicken, Broccoli and Tomato on Pasta
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Chicken, Broccoli and Tomato on Pasta

Recipe by Summit Natural Health Centre
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Servings

1

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup whole wheat or gluten-free pasta

  • ½ cup water

  • 5 oz. pre-cooked chicken pieces/slices

  • ¾ cup fresh or frozen broccoli

  • ½ cup diced tomatoes

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ tsp. of oregano

  • ½ tsp. of garlic powder.

  • (Optional) 1 tbsp. mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to directions.
  • Heat pan on medium heat. Add half cup of water. Add 5 oz. precooked chicken and broccoli to pan. Cover with lid, and let cook for 5 minutes. Add diced tomatoes. Add seasonings. Turn heat to low. Cover with lid and cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Once pasta finished, drain and plate. Pour chicken and vegetable mixture on top of pasta. Top with shredded cheese if desired.

Recipe Video

Notes

  • Adapted from You Tube: High-Protein Bodybuilding Chicken & Tomato Pasta
Cashew Cream Chicken with Broccoli

Cashew Cream Chicken with Broccoli

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Cashew Cream Chicken with Broccoli
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Cashew Cream Chicken with Broccoli

Recipe by Summit Natural Health Centre
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs or breasts, bone-less/skinless

  • 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 recipe Mock Sour Cream and Chive Dip

  • 1 tbs fresh lemon juice

  • 1 lemon, cut in slices

  • 2 tbs italian seasoning

  • 1 c finely chopped fresh parsley

  • 1/2 head broccoli

  • olive oil, lemon juice and sea salt to dress broccoli to taste

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place chicken in a large bowl and add oil, lemon juice and italian seasoning. Toss to coat.
  • Place chicken pieces in the centre of a large baking dish.
  • Mix Mock Sour Cream and Chive Dip with parsley and spread across top of chicken.
  • Bake uncovered for 60 minutes.
  • While chicken is baking, put a little water in a steamer, bring to a boil and add broccoli. Steam lightly until slightly crunchy.
  • Dress the broccoli with olive oil, lemon juice and sea salt to taste.

Notes

  • Sweet potato makes a nice accompanying side dish, if desired,
  • Adapted from:  Julie Daniluk “Meals that Heal”
Avocado Stuffed With Chicken Salad

Avocado Stuffed With Chicken Salad

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Avocado Stuffed With Chicken Salad
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Avocado Stuffed With Chicken Salad

Recipe by Summit Natural Health Centre
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

0

minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 avocados, pitted

  • 2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken

  • 1/3 c. cream cheese

  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt

  • 2 tbsp cream

  • 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

  • sea salt

  • chopped chives for garnish

Directions

  • Scoop out avocados, leaving a small border.
  • Dice avocado and set aside.
  • Make chicken salad: in a large bowl, mix together chicken, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, cream and mustard.
  • Fold in avocado. Season with salt.
  • Divide salad among 4 avocado halves. Garnish with chives