Name: Basil Pesto Chicken Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds broccolini, or broccoli; 2 inches ginger; 3 cloves garlic; 1 1/3 lemons; 2/3 cup coconut water; 2 1/2 bunches fresh basil; 3 sprigs mint; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons ume plum vinegar; 1/4 cup coconut oil, (or other solid fat); 4 cups cooked chicken

Basil Pesto Chicken Skillet

AIPMammal-Free

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Total: 35 min

Looking for a delicious paleo Basil Pesto Chicken Skillet? You've found the perfect dish. This recipe brings together wholesome ingredients like broccolini, 2 inches ginger, and 3 cloves garlic to create a meal that is both satisfying and strictly paleo. Whether you are meal prepping for the week or cooking a family dinner, this dish is sure to impress.

Preparing this meal is straightforward, taking a total of 35 minutes from start to finish. It is highly accommodating to dietary needs: it is fully AIP compliant and contains no mammal products. Enjoy a healthy lifestyle without compromising on flavor!

Why This Fits the Paleo Diet

This Basil Pesto Chicken Skillet is perfectly aligned with the Paleo philosophy. By focusing on whole, unprocessed ingredients like high-quality proteins, fresh vegetables, and healthy fats, it provides your body with the nutrient-dense fuel it was designed to thrive on.

We've ensured that this recipe is completely free of grains, refined sugars, legumes, and artificial additives. Whether your goal is to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, or simply enjoy a cleaner way of eating, this dish is a fantastic addition to your culinary rotation. Enjoy the benefits of ancestral eating without sacrificing taste!

Instructions

1.Roughly chop your broccolini, peel the ginger, mince the garlic, and juice the lemon.

2.Make the pesto: Toss the ginger, garlic, lemon juice, coconut water, basil, mint, olive oil, and plum vinegar into a blender. Blast it on high for 15 seconds until smooth.

3.Melt the coconut oil in a massive cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Drop in the broccolini, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender-crisp.

4.Dump in your cooked shredded chicken and pour the fresh pesto over everything. Stir vigorously for 1-2 minutes until hot and fully integrated.

Basil Pesto Chicken Skillet

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