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Garam Masala Chicken with Lentils

Instructions

  • BRING water to boil in large pot. Add lentils, 1/2 teaspoon each salt and garlic. Reduce to gentle boil. Cook just until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Drain. Stir in 1 tablespoon cilantro. Cover to keep warm.

  • COMBINE yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lime juice, garam masala, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic and 1 tablespoon cilantro in large bowl. Add chicken tenders mixing to coat completely.

  • HEAT remaining tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown. Spoon lentils onto serving platter. Top with chicken. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Yields:
Yields: 4
Prep Time:
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time:
Cook Time: 30 Min

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Water
  • 1 1/4 cups truRoots® Organic Sprouted Lentil Blend
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, divided, plus additional for garnish
  • 1 (5.3 oz) container plain Greek yogurt (2/3 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons pure olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Santa Cruz Organic® Pure Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala seasoning
  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless chicken tenders

Instructions

  • BRING water to boil in large pot. Add lentils, 1/2 teaspoon each salt and garlic. Reduce to gentle boil. Cook just until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Drain. Stir in 1 tablespoon cilantro. Cover to keep warm.

  • COMBINE yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lime juice, garam masala, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic and 1 tablespoon cilantro in large bowl. Add chicken tenders mixing to coat completely.

  • HEAT remaining tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, or until golden brown. Spoon lentils onto serving platter. Top with chicken. Garnish with chopped cilantro.