Chicken Fattah

Chicken Fattah is a delightful Lebanese dish that combines tender chicken, fragrant spices, and a tangy garlic sauce, served atop a bed of crispy low-carb cauliflower rice. This dish is both satisfying and rich in flavor, perfect for a wholesome lunch.

Chicken Fattah
40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Lebanese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 300 grams
  • Cauliflower - 400 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Plain yogurt - 100 grams

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
  3. Spread the cauliflower rice on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes until golden.
  4. While the cauliflower is roasting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, season with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
  6. Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the yogurt with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
  8. To serve, place the roasted cauliflower rice on a plate, top with the sliced chicken, drizzle the yogurt sauce over, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 45 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from cauliflower and parsley, promoting overall health.

Tags

LebaneseLow CarbLunch