Pâtes aux Abricots

Pâtes aux Abricots is a delightful Moroccan-inspired dish that beautifully combines sweet dried apricots with savory spices and tender chicken, all served over a bed of spiralized vegetables. This Paleo version offers a healthy twist, making it a satisfying meal that bursts with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Dried apricots - 100 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground ginger - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Almonds - 30 grams, slivered (for garnish)

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini to create 'zoodles' and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
5. Stir in the chopped dried apricots, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Add the zoodles to the skillet and toss everything together, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the zoodles are just tender.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with slivered almonds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from zucchini and apricots, supporting immune health.
• High protein content from chicken helps in muscle repair and growth.

Tags