Careme Recipes

Location: Roosevelt Square (1026 NE 64th St)

Greek Lemon Chicken Breast with Roasted Cauliflower & Tomatoes

Greek-style lemon oregano chicken breast roasted with cauliflower, red onion, and tomatoes. Seasonal March produce in Washington is prioritized through cauliflower, onions, and citrus.

Ingredients

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast 1 pack, about 1 lb $5.99
  • Cauliflower 1 small head $3.99
  • Organic Red Onion 1 medium $2.99
  • Grape Tomatoes, 1 PT 1 pint $3.29
  • Lemon 1 $0.99
  • Organic Oregano 1 tsp, or substitute thyme if needed pantry/not listed
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves $2.89
  • Italian Parsley Bunch 1/2 bunch $1.29

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425Β°F.
  2. Cut the cauliflower into florets and slice the red onion into wedges. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 minced garlic clove on a sheet pan.
  3. Roast for 15 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, lemon zest, oregano, and a little olive oil.
  5. Push vegetables to the sides, add chicken to the pan, and scatter in the grape tomatoes.
  6. Roast 12 to 18 minutes more until the chicken reaches 165Β°F and the vegetables are browned.
  7. Mix chopped parsley, remaining garlic, and lemon juice. Spoon over everything before serving.

Cook time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: $14-18

Health notes: High protein, vegetable-forward, naturally gluten-free, and moderate in carbs.

Drink pairing: Assyrtiko or Sauvignon Blanc.

Greek Lemon Dill Cod with Potatoes & Asparagus

Greek-inspired baked cod with lemon, dill, potatoes, and green beans-style brightness, adapted to your available produce with asparagus standing in for a spring vegetable side.

Ingredients

  • Cod Fillets, 10.5 OZ 1 pack $8.99
  • Green Asparagus 1 bunch $4.99
  • Organic Yellow Potato 2 medium $2.59
  • Lemon 1 $0.99
  • Organic Dill, 0.5 OZ 1 pack, use 1 tbsp $2.99
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves $2.89
  • Yellow Onion 1/2 medium $1.49

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425Β°F.
  2. Thinly slice the potatoes and half an onion. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 minced garlic clove. Spread on a sheet pan and roast 15 minutes.
  3. Trim the asparagus and toss with a little oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Season cod with salt, pepper, lemon zest, chopped dill, and remaining garlic.
  5. Remove the pan, add asparagus and place the cod on top or beside the potatoes. Return to oven for 10 to 12 minutes until cod flakes easily and potatoes are tender.
  6. Finish with lemon juice before serving.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Estimated cost: $13-17

Health notes: Lean protein, high in fiber, and lighter than a creamy casserole-style fish dinner.

Drink pairing: Pinot Grigio or Assyrtiko.

Greek-Style Ground Chicken with Peppers, Tomato & Herbs

A Greek-style stuffed pepper skillet deconstructed for speed, using ground chicken, onion, tomato, herbs, and sweet peppers. Familiar Greek flavors without pork, chicken thighs, or salmon.

Ingredients

  • 365 by Whole Foods Market, Ground Chicken, Step 2, 16 Ounce 1 pack $5.99
  • Red Bell Peppers 2 peppers $3.29
  • Yellow Onion 1 medium $1.49
  • Organic Roma Tomatoes, 16 OZ 2 tomatoes $2.99
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves $2.89
  • Lemon 1/2 lemon $0.99
  • Italian Parsley Bunch 1/2 bunch $1.29
  • Organic Dill, 0.5 OZ 1 pack, use 2 tsp $2.99

Instructions

  1. Slice the bell peppers into strips, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the tomatoes and parsley.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add garlic and ground chicken. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it up, until fully cooked.
  4. Stir in the bell peppers and chopped tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, dill, and a squeeze of lemon.
  5. Cook 8 to 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and the mixture is slightly saucy.
  6. Stir in chopped parsley and serve hot.

Cook time: 40 minutes

Estimated cost: $11-15

Health notes: High protein, moderate carb, and rich in vitamin C from peppers and tomatoes.

Drink pairing: Agiorgitiko rosΓ© or Pinot Noir.

Eritrean-Inspired Ground Chicken with Tomato & Kale

An Eritrean-inspired ground chicken and kale skillet with deeply cooked onions, tomato, garlic, and ginger. It is not fully traditional, but it keeps the warm, savory profile and uses seasonal March produce in Washington like onion, kale, and citrus.

Ingredients

  • 365 by Whole Foods Market, Ground Chicken, Step 2, 16 Ounce 1 pack $5.99
  • Yellow Onion 2 medium $1.49
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 3 cloves $2.89
  • Organic Dino Kale 1 bunch $2.99
  • Organic Roma Tomatoes, 16 OZ 2 to 3 tomatoes $2.99
  • Lemon 1 $0.99
  • Organic Ginger Puree, 2.8 OZ 1 tablespoon $3.99

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 2 medium yellow onions, mince 3 garlic cloves, chop 2 to 3 roma tomatoes, and strip and chop 1 bunch dino kale.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook 10 to 12 minutes until very soft and lightly golden.
  3. Stir in the garlic and ginger puree and cook 1 minute.
  4. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook 5 to 7 minutes until they break down into a thick sauce. Season with salt and black pepper. If you have paprika or chili flakes in your pantry, add a little here.
  5. Add 1 pack ground chicken, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook 6 to 8 minutes until fully cooked and coated in the onion-tomato mixture.
  6. Add the kale with a splash of water, cover, and cook 3 to 5 minutes until tender.
  7. Finish with juice from half to 1 lemon. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot.

Cook time: 45 minutes

Estimated cost: $11-15

Health notes: High protein, iron-rich greens, and moderate carbs if served alone.

Drink pairing: Dry Riesling or light beer.

Shopping list
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast 1 pack, about 1 lb
  • Cauliflower 1 small head
  • Organic Red Onion 1 medium
  • Grape Tomatoes, 1 PT 1 pint
  • Lemon 1, 1, 1/2 lemon, 1
  • Organic Oregano 1 tsp, or substitute thyme if needed
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves, 2 cloves, 2 cloves, 3 cloves
  • Italian Parsley Bunch 1/2 bunch, 1/2 bunch
  • Cod Fillets, 10.5 OZ 1 pack
  • Green Asparagus 1 bunch
  • Organic Yellow Potato 2 medium
  • Organic Dill, 0.5 OZ 1 pack, use 1 tbsp, 1 pack, use 2 tsp
  • Yellow Onion 1/2 medium, 1 medium, 2 medium
  • 365 by Whole Foods Market, Ground Chicken, Step 2, 16 Ounce 1 pack, 1 pack
  • Red Bell Peppers 2 peppers
  • Organic Roma Tomatoes, 16 OZ 2 tomatoes, 2 to 3 tomatoes
  • Organic Dino Kale 1 bunch
  • Organic Ginger Puree, 2.8 OZ 1 tablespoon

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