Chicken with tomatoes and lentils

INGREDIENTS (2 PEOPLE)

  • 2-3 chicken breasts (depending on size)
  • 1/2 tsp grated lemon zest (use organic and unwaxed lemons)
  • 3-4 thyme sticks
  • 1 finely chopped garlic clove
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tsp of good quality virgin olive oil
  • 250-300g of cherry tomatoes (cut them in half)
  • 100g green lentils (you can also use puy if you prefer) (cook them following the guidelines on the pack)

METHOD

  • rub the chicken with salt and pepper
  • then fry the chicken breasts so they are nice and golden on every side
  • lower the heat a bit and add the cherry tomatoes and thyme
  • cook them for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is cook through (the juices should run clear)
  • Then add the cooked lentils
  • add the lemon zest and make sure it is all nice and hot
  • taste to see if you need to add more salt and pepper or thyme
  • When it is all heated through serve up with spinach and other vegestables you might fancy
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