Cape Malay Lentil Chicken (Edit recipe)

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The Cape Malays have a truly spicy rich thread in the evolution of South African cuisine. Their heritage runs deep in the culinary flavors of the Cape. This dish is a tribute to the traditional Cape Malay cuisine. Lentils are an essential and nutritional ingredient. The touch of fruit and spice compliment this unique Malaysian heritage. Here is Culinary Occasion's version of this inspirational chicken dish!

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PREP TIME

45 minutes

COOK TIME

1 hour and 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS

Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

5 whole Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut up in bite sized pieces
1 whole Onion, chopped
1 Tbsp Garlic, finely chopped
1 Tbsp Ginger Root, finely chopped
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
2 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar
2.5 tsp Kosher Salt
1 Tbsp Garam Masala
2 tsp Turmeric Powder
1.5 tsp Chili Powder
1 whole Russet Potatoes, peeled and diced into half inch cubes
1 cup Lentils (dried), 1 can drained as a substitute
1 cup Coconut Milk
1 cup Chicken Stock
3 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
2 Tbsp Apricot Jam (unsweetened)
1 cup Fresh Herbs, fresh coriander or parsley

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Set the oven to 350 F.
In a large oven proof casserole pot brown the chicken pieces in 3-4 batches with the vegetable oil. Set she chicken aside. In the same casserole pot sauté the onion until translucent. Lower the heat and add the garlic, ginger and spices. Cook for 10 seconds. Add all the remaining ingredients except for the fresh coriander and apricot jam. Mix well to combine, cover with a lid and bake for 60 mins. During the cooking replenish with chicken stock if the casserole becomes dry. Remove the lid, if casserole is too liquid bake further for 15 min uncovered. Stir in the apricot jam and the fresh coriander. Adjust for seasoning.

Notes

Serve with saffron rice and sambals eg chopped up onion and tomato marinated in lime juice, sliced banana and shredded coconut. Even a sweet fruit chutney adds an elevated twist!

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	504
Fat:	25 g
Carbohydrates:	43 g
Protein:	37 g
Cholesterol:	106 g
Sodium:	872 mg
Fiber:	10 g
Sugars:	11 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated for total recipe.