Parsley Spinach Chicken Stew

Packed with vegetables, this nutritious stew owes its deep green color to fried spinach and parsley. A dab of tomato, turmeric and lemon round out the taste.

• Calories: 311 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 potato, cubed
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 8 ounces spinach, rinsed and chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium size frying pan, heat 4 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the parsley and spinach and fry until wilted. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the other 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot. Add the onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add the chicken breasts and brown both sides of each breast. Add the salt, turmeric, fried parsley/spinach, water and tomato paste. Bring all to a boil and let boil for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Add the cubed potatoes. Cover and let cook over low heat for 1 to 2 hours. Add the lemon juice, bring to a boil and let boil for 10 more minutes. Serve with steamed rice if desired.