Stovetop Leeks With Chicken
Easy Stovetop Leeks with Chicken — a healthy, one-pan meal with tender chicken and sweet leeks. Perfect for a low histamine diet!
Servings: 4
Calories: 339kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts about 1 lb or 450g
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large leeks white and light green parts only, sliced (about 300g)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth or water equal to 240ml
- 1 cup coconut milk or coconut cream equal to 240ml
- 1-3 teaspoons tapioca starch or arrowroot powder optional
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced leeks and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk (or coconut cream). Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, dissolve the starch in one tablespoon of water per teaspoon of starch and add it to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Stir in the fresh thyme and rosemary. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add the cooked chicken breasts back to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes. Optionally sprinkle the fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Serve this dish over rice, mashed potatoes, or with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Herb Variations: Feel free to experiment with different herbs, such as tarragon or basil, to change up the flavor profile.
Leek Cleaning Tip: Leeks can be quite sandy. To clean them, slice the leeks and place them in a bowl of cold water. Swish them around to loosen any dirt, then lift them out with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition
Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 657mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 970IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 4mg