Baked Chicken, Lemon And Pea Risotto

Feeding your family delicious and nutritious foods isn’t just important for their physical health. It also benefits their mental well-being as we always feel our best emotionally when our body has access to the vitamins, minerals and nutrients it needs to perform optimally.

Having said that, it can be hard to find the time to source fresh ingredients and cook up complex dishes each evening after work. 

That’s why it’s so important to have access to quick and easy recipes that provide great nutritional value and can be created with little to no effort.

Recipes like the Baked Chicken, Lemon And Pea Risotto that we’re talking about today.

As we head into the cooler months, it can be tempting to seek comfort food that isn’t all that great for our health or our waistlines. The good news, however, is that it’s entirely possible to receive the comfort that we seek with foods that are also great for us.

For example, today’s dish is prepared with free-range chicken and locally sourced vegetables and rice. Not only does this mean your family will get the best nutritional value, but it’s also great for the environment as locally sourced ingredients have a smaller carbon footprint and tend to be more organically grown.

With that in mind, let’s jump into looking at the health benefits the ingredients in this tasty Baked Chicken, Lemon And Pea Risotto can offer:

Chicken – featuring high levels of protein and rich in vitamins and minerals, chicken is a wonderful option for those craving comfort as it’s a natural antidepressant thanks to all the amino acids your body will get from consumption. This tasty white meat is also full of energy-boosting nutrients that can help us feel our best and has even been linked to better heart health and lower cholesterol. As noted above, we suggest free-range chicken as it tends to have a higher nutritional profile. 

Leek – great for those looking to manage their weight, leeks also promote strong bones and good eyesight. They’re also packed full of antioxidants and may even help lower your chances of getting cancer. Although they’re tasty enough on their own, the leeks in this dish will absorb the stock particularly well, so they’ll be soft and juicy while also containing hints of chicken flavour, further helping to boost your mood.

Peas – although they may not seem all that magical, they’re simply little green balls after all, peas actually carry wonderful nutritional value. They’re fantastic for boosting your immune system, support good heart health and have plenty of fibre to help out your digestive system. They have also been linked to reduced risks of cancer and heart disease and have surprisingly high levels of protein for a vegetable. 

Lemon Juice – known for aiding in digestion and clearing skin, lemon juice can provide a whole host of benefits for your health. Acidic in nature, lemon juice is high in vitamin C and fibre, helps prevent kidney stones from forming, is helpful for those looking to manage their weight and can greatly boost your body’s ability to absorb iron from other sources, therefore assisting in preventing anaemia.

What this all boils down to is that this Baked Chicken, Lemon And Pea Risotto is great for both the physical and emotional health of you and your family.

It’s also quite an easy dish to whip up and can quickly become a favourite, especially in the colder months.

If you want this deliciously warming and nutritious meal on your table tonight, start shopping online for fresh ingredients now and enjoy the convenience of having everything you need delivered to your door.