Creamy Greek Chicken and Veggies


Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes 
Yield: 6 Servings

Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs. chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 lb. cauliflower florets
  • 12 oz. jar of roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
Seasonings:
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp. oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste
  • 2.5 cups low sodium broth, more as needed
  • 1 cup chopped baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 8 oz. low fat cream cheese
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Directions:
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat with olive oil.  Add onions and garlic and sautĂ© for 3 minutes.
  2. Add cauliflower, red peppers, chicken, seasonings, and broth.  Add more broth as needed until everything is fully covered.  Bring to a simmer; cover with a lid and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through to 165F.
  3. Remove chicken and shred with forks.
  4. Return chicken to pot along with spinach, feta, cream cheese, and lemon juice.  Simmer for 5-10 more minutes to allow liquid to thicken a bit.  Serve over rice or with pita and enjoy.

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