OPTAVIA Counts:
- 1 Lean
- 3 Green
- 3 Healthy Fat
- 1 Condiment
Suggested Brand: Upton’s Natural Vegan Chorizo Seitan Crumbles Do you love to dine on healthy American food every day? Make this healthy lean and green Chicken Paella recipe to give you and your family a American meal that is both delicious and fits most any healthy meal plan!
Difficulty: Hard
Servings: 4
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Benefits of Boneless Skinless Chicken in your Diet
Introduction
If you’re looking for a healthy, low-calorie food that’s easy to prepare, boneless skinless chicken breast is the perfect option. Chicken breasts are rich in selenium and vitamin B which help promote heart health. As well as high protein and low fat content that makes it great for anyone trying to lose weight. Chicken breasts are also versatile and can be used in many different dishes such as sandwiches or salads.
Chicken breasts are a high protein, low-fat food.
You can enjoy the benefits of boneless skinless chicken breasts in your diet. They are a high protein, low-fat food that provides nearly all the essential amino acids and vitamins. Protein is important for building muscle, boosting immunity, lowering blood pressure and improving heart health. It also promotes healthy hair growth and helps you feel full longer so you won’t overeat at mealtime.
Lean & Green Chicken Paella
Ingredients
- 4 tsp Canola Oil
- 2 oz Seitan Chorizo Crumbles
- 11/2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Diced
- 2 small Garlic Cloves
- 1 stalk Scallions Minced
- 4 cup Frozen Riced Cauliflower
- 1 pinch Saffron (optional)*
- 1 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 1 cup Green Beans FInely Chopped
- 1/4 tsp Salt (optional)*
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Lean & Green Chicken Paella
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat oil on medium high heat and cook the seitan chorizo crumbles and chicken until brown, but not cooked through.
- Add the garlic and scallions and sweat for about 2 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower rice, saffron (if using), tomatoes, and green beans to the paella. Cook for about 10 minutes, season with salt (optional) and pepper, and best served hot.
