Crockpot Chicken and Lentils Recipe With Nutrition Data and Calorie Count

Crockpot Chicken and Lentils

A very satisfying and rewarding dish that is worth starting the night before with delicious flavors, low fat, good protein and fiber.

Yields:

20 servings

Meal Type:

Main Dish

Rating:

Ingredients

  • 8 breasts, bone and skin removed chicken breasts
  • 2 cups sesame and ginger teriyaki marinade
  • 2 cups lentils
  • 1 large onion
  • 1/4 cup garlic, crushed
  • 3 medium whole roma tomatoes
  • 1 tsp seasoning salt
  • 1 1/2 tsps pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsps italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 15 oz black beans
  • 3 stalks large celery, chopped
  • 3 tsps crumbled bay leaves, whole
  • 1 tsp sage
  • 1/2 tsp curry powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Directions

  • Soak the lentils in water and marinate the chicken (cut into large cubes) over night.
  • In a large crockpot, place chopped chicken, chopped onion, celery, lentils, black beans, garlic and dry seasonings.
  • Simmer remaining marinade from chicken, until reduced 50% and then add to crockpot along with the chicken stock.
  • Cook on low-medium for 10 hours, until chicken can be broken up with wooden spoon.
  • Add tomatoes and if using fresh herbs, approximately 1-2 hours before serving.
  • Freeze leftovers for a quick dinner or divide for easy to heat lunches. The cayenne is optional.
  • Note: have fun with the flavors and enjoy a comforting bowl on a cold day!
  • Tip: soak the lentils with 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda overnight and be sure to rinse thoroughly to help minimize the effects of the gas with beans.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 serving

Daily Values

Calories
Amount Per Serving 367
% Daily Value*
  • Total Fat
    Amount Per Serving 12.93g
    % Daily Value 17%
    • Saturated Fat
      Amount Per Serving 1.983g
    • Trans Fat
      Amount Per Serving 0.024g
    • Polyunsaturated Fat
      Amount Per Serving 6.716g
    • Monounsaturated Fat
      Amount Per Serving 3.317g
  • Cholesterol
    Amount Per Serving 55mg
    % Daily Value 18%
  • Sodium
    Amount Per Serving 592mg
    % Daily Value 26%
  • Total Carbohydrate
    Amount Per Serving 29.9g
    % Daily Value 11%
    • Dietary Fiber
      Amount Per Serving 10g
      % Daily Value 36%
    • Total Sugars
      Amount Per Serving 3.91g
      Includes -g Added Sugars
  • Protein
    Amount Per Serving 32.76g

Nutrients Declaration Requirement

  • Vitamin A
    Amount Per Serving 2mcg
    % Daily Value 0%
  • Vitamin C
    Amount Per Serving 6mg
    % Daily Value 7%
  • Vitamin D
    Amount Per Serving -mcg
    % Daily Value -%
  • Calcium
    Amount Per Serving 5mg
    % Daily Value 0%
  • Iron
    Amount Per Serving 21mg
    % Daily Value 117%
  • Potassium
    Amount Per Serving 876mg
    % Daily Value 19%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutritional advice.

Nutrition summary:

  • Calories 367 KCal
  • Fat 12.93 g
  • Carbs 29.9 g
  • Protein 32.76 g

There are 367 calories in 1 serving of Crockpot Chicken and Lentils.

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Values estimated based on person weighing 160 lbs.

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