Meal Kit
Chicken and Herbed Crema
with French grated carrot salad
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk, Eggs
- Calorie-Conscious
- Carb-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
- Gluten-Smart
Chef
Hannah Fenton
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 oz. Carrot
- 2 oz. Spring Mix
- 1½ fl. oz. Honey Dijon Mustard Dressing
- 1 oz. Creme Fraiche
- 1 oz. Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread
- ½ oz. Dried Cranberries
- ½ oz. Roasted Sliced Almonds
- 6 Chive Sprigs
- 1 tsp. Black Garlic Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories560
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Carbohydrates28g
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Net Carbs22g
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Fat32g
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Protein40g
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Sodium1070mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Salt
- Olive Oil
- 1 Box Grater
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Plate
- 1 Peeler
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, follow same instructions.
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If using filets mignon or sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Peel carrot and grate on large hole side of box grater. Discard top.
Coarsely chop spring mix.Mince chives. -
2 Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and black garlic seasoning.
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3 Cook the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add chicken to hot pan and cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes per side.Remove from burner. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil.While chicken cooks, continue recipe.Rather roast? Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with foil and cooking spray. Roast in a 425 degree oven until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 15-20 minutes. -
4 Assemble the Salad
In a mixing bowl, combine carrots, spring mix, cranberries, almonds, and dressing. Toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
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5 Make Crema and Finish Dish
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cheese spread and creme fraiche.
Microwave uncovered until heated through, 30-60 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds.Carefully remove from microwave.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with crema and garnishing with chives. Slice chicken, if desired. Bon appétit!
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