Cuban Chicken

Cuban Chicken Ropa Vieja with Quinoa and Garlic Sautéed Spinach

Name: Cuban Chicken Ropa Vieja with Quinoa and Garlic Sautéed Spinach
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 pound chicken breast; 0.5 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1 whole onion; 3 clove garlic; 2 whole bell pepper; 1 cup cherry tomato; 5 ounce baby spinach; 1 cup quinoa; 1 can diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro

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This Cuban-inspired chicken dish is a delicious and nutritious meal that's easy to prepare. The total cooking time is around 45 minutes, with some upfront prep work. Start by seasoning the chicken and letting it marinate for 30 minutes. While that's happening, you can cook the quinoa and sauté the spinach. Then sear the chicken, make the ropa vieja, and bring it all together. With the flavorful spices, tender chicken, and nutrient-packed quinoa and spinach, this meal is sure to satisfy the whole family.

Meat, Eggs, & Dairy

2 pounds chicken breast
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk

Fresh Produce & Herbs

1 whole onion
2 whole bell pepper
1 cup cherry tomato
5 ounces baby spinach

Seasonings & Spices

3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Pantry Items

1 cup quinoa
1 can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil