Ground Chicken Kale Pesto Bowl

Nutrition

Calories 573.7

Fat 28.37 g

Carbs 39.33 g

Protein 39.69 g

Fiber 1.2 g

Sugar 0.56 g

Ingredients

Servings 01

6 oz [170.4 g] Ground Chicken

1 cup, chopped [21 g] Kale

1 tbsp [10 g] Hemp Seeds

6 leaves [3 g] Basil

0.5 tsp [0.6 g] Kosher Salt (Divided)

0.5 tbsp [7 g] Olive Oil

1 tbsp [7 g] Pumpkin Seeds

0.25 cup [46.25 g] White Rice (Uncooked)

Directions

01

In a small saucepan, combine white rice with ½ cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

02

While the rice cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground chicken until browned and fully cooked through. Add the chopped kale and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, and sauté for another 2–3 minutes, until the kale is wilted.

03

Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, combine the basil, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, olive oil, and the remaining ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Blend until smooth to form the pesto.

04

To assemble the bowl, spoon the cooked white rice into a serving bowl. Top with the chicken and kale mixture, then drizzle or dollop the pesto over the top.

05

Enjoy!