Mediterranean Spiced Ground Chicken Skillet with Crispy Potatoes & Avocado Romaine
A lively Mediterranean stove-to-oven skillet of turkey-like lean ground chicken simmered with tomatoes, peppers, and warm spices, then topped with creamy avocado and crisp lettuce. It feels different from your recent meals, lighter than a casserole, and still hearty enough for dinner.
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- Better Chicken Ground Chicken, 16 OZ 1 package (16 oz) WHOLE FOODS MARKET Better Chicken Ground Chicken 6.49
- Organic tomato on the vine, 12 OZ 2 medium tomatoes, diced 6.49
- Red Bell Peppers 1 pepper, diced 3.29
- Yellow onion 1/2 medium onion, diced 1.49
- Organic garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves, minced 2.89
- Romaine Lettuce 1 small head, leaves separated and shredded 2.29
- Organic Large Hass Avocados 1 avocado, sliced 2.69
- Organic Cilantro 2 tablespoons chopped 1.79
- Lime 1 lime 0.59
- Organic Russet Potato 1 large, cut into small 1/2-inch cubes 1.99
- Pantry olive oil 2 tablespoons
- Pantry tomato paste 1 tablespoon
- Pantry ground cumin 1 teaspoon
- Pantry smoked paprika 1 teaspoon
- Pantry dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon
- Pantry chili flakes, optional pinch
- Pantry kosher salt to taste
- Pantry black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Cut 1 large Organic Russet Potato into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss the potato with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a small sheet pan. Roast for 22 to 25 minutes, turning once, until crisp and golden.
- While the potato roasts, dice 1/2 medium Yellow Onion, dice 1 Red Bell Pepper, dice 2 medium tomatoes from the Organic tomato on the vine pack, mince 2 cloves Organic Garlic, shred the leaves from 1 small head Romaine Lettuce, chop 2 tablespoons Organic Cilantro, and slice 1 avocado.
- Heat a medium oven-safe skillet over medium heat with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the diced onion and diced red bell pepper with a pinch of salt. Cook 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the 16 ounces Better Chicken Ground Chicken and break it up with a spoon. Season with 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, black pepper, and a pinch of chili flakes if using. Cook 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and 1 tablespoon tomato paste. Cook 30 seconds. Add the diced tomatoes and 2 tablespoons water. Simmer 4 to 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes saucy but not wet.
- Fold in half of the chopped cilantro and a squeeze of 1/2 lime. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. If your skillet can go in the oven, slide it in for 3 to 4 minutes to lightly roast the top; otherwise keep it on the stove and simmer another minute.
- Toss the shredded romaine with a squeeze of the remaining lime and a tiny pinch of salt just before serving so it stays crisp.
- To plate, spoon the chicken and pepper mixture into wide bowls or onto plates. Pile the roasted potato cubes alongside, add a fresh mound of lime-dressed romaine, and fan the avocado slices over the top. Finish with the remaining cilantro for green contrast. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Cook time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: $14-17
Health notes: Approximately 560 calories per serving. About 34g protein, 32g carbohydrates, 30g fat, 9g fiber. High in protein with vegetables and healthy fats from avocado.
Drink pairing: A chilled Sauvignon Blanc is the easiest match here, especially with tomato, herbs, and avocado. For red wine drinkers, a soft Grenache works well with the sweet pepper and gently spiced chicken.