BLACKENED CHICKEN AND CREOLE LENTILS RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Blackened Chicken and Creole Lentils Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by mirelsonp

Number Of Ingredients 25

For the lentils:
8 skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1/4 cup Cajun spice blend (or make blend below)
2 Tbsp. canola oil
2 Tbsp. canola oil
1 cup thinly sliced onion
2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
2 tsp. Cajun spice blend (or use blend below)
1 cup chicken stock
2 cups cooked or canned green lentils, drained and rinsed
1 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Cajun Spice mix:
4 tsp. dried oregano
4 tsp. dried thyme
4 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. ground black pepper
2 tsp. ground white pepper
2 tsp. ground paprika
1 tsp. kosher or coarse salt
1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • 1. reheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Sprinkle chicken evenly on both sides with Cajun spice. 3. Add canola oil in a large ovenproof saute pan, over medium high heat and sear chicken on each side until spices turn dark but are not burnt. 4. Finish chicken in the oven. Cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. 5. Meanwhile, prepare the lentils: In a large saucepan, heat canola oil. Saute onions until golden. Add mushrooms and cook until golden, then add tomato paste with spice blend. Cook for 3 minutes. 6. Mix in stock, being sure to scrape pan with wooden spoon. Add lentils and simmer for 5 - 10 minutes or until excess liquid is absorbed. 7. Add butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with blackened chicken.

Majedur 2002
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The blackened chicken is always cooked perfectly and the lentils are so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lexie Keene
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I'm not a big fan of blackened chicken, but this recipe was actually really good. The lentils were also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


denny iverson
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The blackened chicken was flavorful and the lentils were creamy and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


Dark Warrior
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I love this recipe! The blackened chicken is always a hit, and the lentils are a great way to add some healthy protein to the meal.


Giorno GER
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This recipe is a keeper! The blackened chicken was so flavorful and the lentils were the perfect side dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Tad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were perfect. The blackened chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the lentils were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Thanuja Nimsara
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said the blackened chicken was the best he's ever had.


Subal Chandra
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The blackened chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the lentils are creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


action tv
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the way the blackened chicken and Creole lentils come together.


Mandisa Mulaudzi
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The blackened chicken was perfectly cooked and the lentils were creamy and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Malik Azan Bhutta
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The blackened chicken was flavorful and juicy, and the Creole lentils were the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.