Island Chicken on a Bed of Spinach
Kiy Note: This is my version, I have found various recipes for this all over the web but I have found that this is tastier and easier done my way!
Oh, and really, this is SO good. And for those that don't really like mustard (mom) you don't taste it. I had to add a bit more to get the mustard kick.
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
4 (6 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (or equiv)
1 can of sliced pineapple –OR- 1 (1 pound) piece peeled, cored fresh pineapple, cut crosswise into serving slices
¼ cup Dijon Mustard
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 (10 ounce) bags baby spinach
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons chopped toasted almonds (optional)
Directions:
1. Rinse chicken and pat dry. Arrange chicken pieces and pineapple slices in a single layer on rack in a baking pan (I use a 9x13 pan).
2. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine mustard, honey, oil, and lime juice. Spoon half of the mixture evenly over chicken and pineapple; set remaining mustard sauce aside. Bake chicken in a 450ยบ about 12 to 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, place spinach in a large frying pan or even a wok works well. Sprinkle with a tablespoon or so of water (sometimes I will use soy sauce, oyster sauce or fish sauce if the mood strikes). Cook over high med-heat, turning the spinach often, until leaves are softened/wilted (2 to 3 minutes). Season to taste with salt and pepper (or if you used one of the sauces, skip this). Pour spinach from pan into a colander, drain (some recipes say to press a spoon against the spinach to really get the water out, I don’t but some might way to).
4. Microwave remaining mustard sauce, stirring once, on high (100% power) for 30 to 45 seconds or until heated through.
5. To serve, top spinach with chicken and pineapple. Drizzle with sauce, sprinkle with nuts (optional).
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