Lemon Chicken and Asparagus

Try making this wholesome and flavorful lemon chicken with asparagus as your next lunch or dinner! Asparagus is known to be rich in fiber, Vitamin K, and amino acids. Using tapioca flour over regular flour for this recipe is a great alternative that is gluten-free and paleo-friendly! Chicken is high in protein, thiamin, and selenium. Tomatoes are known to be an excellent source of nutrients like Vitamin A and Vitamin C! Zucchini is also full of Vitamin C and helps aid in weight loss. Season this dish with sea salt, pepper, and any other seasonings of your choice and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts

• ¼ cup tapioca flour

• 1 lb asparagus stalks

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 2 tbsp coconut oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 cup paleo chicken stock

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ zest of lemon

• 1 tbsp parsley, chopped

• ¾ tsp sea salt + more for seasoning

• ½ tsp black pepper + more for seasoning

Instructions:

1) In a bowl, combine tapioca flour, sea salt, and pepper.

2) Take chicken breasts and place all between two pieces of plastic wrap. Pound chicken breasts until they are all even in thickness.

3) Coat each chicken breast with flour mixture.

4) Add 1 tbsp of coconut oil to a skillet and bring to medium high heat. Add chicken to skillet, cooking each side for 5-6 minutes. Once cooked, remove chicken from the skillet and place on plate lined with paper towel.

5) Add remaining coconut oil to skillet and sauté asparagus, tomatoes, and sliced zucchini for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another minute. Pour lemon juice, chicken stock, parsley and lemon zest into skillet. Cover and let cook for another 4-5 minutes.

6) Add chicken into pan and rotate breasts, making sure they are coated in sauce. Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper as needed. Enjoy!

Chicken Stir Fry

Enjoy this protein-packed chicken stir fry as your next lunch or dinner option! Chicken is known to be a great source of lean protein, is low in sodium, and is rich in phosphorus. Mushrooms increase your absorption of iron, are anti-inflammatory, and promote heart health. Bell peppers are known to reduce bad cholesterol, are rich in antioxidants, and boost your immune system. Adding green beans to this dish will provide you with a good amount of fiber, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K. Add a dash of salt and pepper to this dish and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp coconut oil

• 1/2 cup onion, chopped

• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced

• 1/2 cup green beans, sliced

• 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced

• 12 oz chicken, sliced

• 1 dash salt & pepper

• Sesame seeds & chopped green onion for garnish

Instructions:

1) Heat oil in large skillet.

2) Add onions and stir fry for 2 minutes.

3) Add mushrooms, peppers, and green beans and stir fry until onions are translucent. Transfer into a bowl.

4) Add chicken to skillet and cook until brown.

5) Add sautéed veggies back to skillet with chicken. Cover and reduce heat.

6) Garnish with freshly chopped green onion and sesame seeds. Serve with salt and pepper, enjoy!

Paleo Cinnamon Rolls

Try making these delicious paleo cinnamon rolls for breakfast! Using arrowroot or tapioca flour for this recipe is a great alternative to regular flour as they are both gluten-free and low in calories. Psyllium husk powder is known to reduce blood sugar levels, aid in digestion, and reduce cholesterol levels. Coconut oil helps improve bone health, strengthens the immune system, and promotes healthy digestion. Cinnamon assists with weight management, reduces the risk of cancer, and is considered the powerhouse of antioxidants. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

 Cinnamon roll dough:

• ¾ cup almond flour

• 1 ½ cup + 2 tbsp arrowroot or tapioca flour

• 2 tbsp psyllium husk powder

• ¼ cup coconut oil, melted

• 2 eggs

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• 2 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

 Filling:

• ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted

• 2 tbsp cinnamon

• ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp coconut sugar

 Glaze:

• ½ cup coconut butter

• Almond milk (amount needed will vary)

Instructions:

1) Preheat oven to 350F and grease muffin tin with coconut oil.

2) Combine arrowroot/tapioca flour, almond flour, psyllium husk, baking powder, and cinnamon in a mixing bowl.

3) In separate bowl, combine coconut oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.

4) Combine wet and dry ingredients together. Add 1 tbsp of warm water to dough and mix well. Let dough sit for 10 minutes.

5) Combine all ingredients for filling.

6) Place large piece of parchment paper on flat surface and add 1-2 tbsp arrowroot flour on top of it.

7) Add dough to paper and roll out dough with rolling pin into a large rectangle. Dough should be around ½ inch thick.

8) Spread filling mixture over dough evenly.

9) Next, roll dough into a log and cut into 9-10 pieces. Add each piece to a muffin hole and bake for 20 minutes.

10) While cinnamon rolls are baking, melt the coconut butter and mix in a splash of almond milk. Continue to add a splash of almond milk and melt until it becomes a glaze.

11) Remove cinnamon rolls from oven and drizzle glaze on top. Enjoy!

Poached Salmon

Try making this poached salmon dish as a quick meal for two! Salmon is a great source of protein and contains anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. It is also known to improve heart health, strengthen bones, and maintain insulin levels in the body. Garlic lowers cholesterol levels, is rich in antioxidants, and strengthens the immune system. Lemon juice is known to help with reducing digestive problems and balances pH levels in the body. Adding dill to this dish will promote great digestion, reduce inflammation, and enhance immunity. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb salmon

• 1 clove garlic, diced

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp dill

• 1 dash salt & pepper

Instructions:

1) Add a few inches of water into a wide-rimmed saucepan. Cover and boil.

2) Add diced garlic to saucepan and let simmer. Next, carefully add salmon and cook until done (6-8 minutes depending on size of fish).

3) Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with dill, salt and pepper.

4) If desired, serve with fresh greens and slices of lemon. Enjoy!