Why it belongs in a longevity kitchen
Chicken, lentils and greens create a practical recovery meal with enough spice and depth to avoid bland gym-food energy.
Nutrition principles in this recipe
- Chicken thighs provide juicy, repeatable protein that reheats well
- Lentils add extra iron, fibre and carbohydrate for glycogen support
- Turmeric, garlic and greens give the dish an anti-inflammatory lean without overclaiming
Ingredients
- 6 boneless chicken thighs
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tin cooked lentils, drained
- 2 handfuls spinach
- 250ml chicken stock
- 1 lemon
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
Method
- Brown chicken thighs in olive oil until deeply coloured, then remove briefly.
- Soften onion and garlic with turmeric and cumin.
- Add lentils and stock, return chicken, then simmer until cooked through.
- Fold in spinach, finish with lemon juice and serve from the pan.