Paleo Rechta

Discover the deliciously wholesome twist on a traditional favorite with this Paleo Rechta recipe! Packed with tender, bite-sized chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this flavor-forward dish is both hearty and healthy. Instead of traditional noodles, spiralized zucchini takes center stage, soaking up the rich, spiced chicken broth for a guilt-free, paleo-friendly alternative. Fresh vegetables like carrots, garlic, and onion add a vibrant medley of textures, while garnishing with chopped cilantro elevates this comforting one-pot meal to the next level. Perfect for a nourishing weeknight dinner, this gluten-free and grain-free recipe is ready in just over an hour and serves four. Bring a taste of tradition to your table—reimagined for the modern, health-conscious cook!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 600 grams chicken thighs
• 3 large zucchini
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 500 milliliters chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the onion and carrots into small pieces.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the diced onions and carrots to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the chicken pieces to the pot, stirring occasionally until they are browned on all sides.

Step 9

Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a simmer.

Step 10

Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.

Step 11

Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 12

Add the zucchini noodles to the pot, stirring to combine, and cook for another 5 minutes until they are just tender.

Step 13

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 14

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2246.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1983.7

Total Fat 97.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 11264.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 69.1g
Protein 176.0g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 370.8mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 4440.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value 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 nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 19.8%