Postpartum Perfection: Nutrient-Rich Chicken & Lentil Stew

This warming and nourishing stew is packed with protein and iron, making it the perfect postpartum meal. It’s easy to freeze and batch cook too!

Recipe by: @my.little.food.critic

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 4 hours
Serves: Family

Ingredients:

🍲 1 onion, diced
🍲 1 cup butternut squash, diced
🍲 4 garlic cloves, crushed
🍲 1 tsp ground cumin
🍲 1 tsp paprika
🍲 1 tsp oregano
🍲 1 pound (500g) chicken breast, diced
🍲 1 cup dried green lentils, washed and rinsed
🍲 3 cups chicken stock
🍲 1 tin chopped tomatoes
🍲 A handful of chopped cilantro
🍲 A squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Add all of the ingredients, except the lemon juice and cilantro to your slow cooker. Stir to combine.

2. Cook on high for 4 hours.

3. Squeeze in the lemon juice and add the cilantro before serving.

4. This can be stored in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 3 months.