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11/15/09 6:16 P

Chicken with Leeks, Sweet Potatoes, and Dates

Don't let the name of the dish turn you off! This one packs a powerful punch of flavour, fibre, and fun!

Serves 4

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

4 chicken breasts, skin removed
2 Tbl. whole wheat flour for dusting
1 Tbl. olive oil
2 tsp. crushed garlic
2 cups chopped leeks
2 cups chopped, peeled sweet potatoes
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken stock
1/3 cup white wine (apple juice works in a pinch too)
1/2 tsp cinammon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 cup chopped dates

1. Dust chicken with flour. In skillet prepped with Pam, brown chicken on both sides and place in baking dish.

2. In same skillet, heat olive. Over medium heat, add garlic, leeks, and potatoes. Stir constantly until softened, approximately 10 minutes. Add chicken stock, wine, cinnamon and ginger; cover and simmer for 10 inutes. Stir in dates.

3. Pour sauce over chicken; bake for 20-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside and juices run clear, basting half way through.

Tip: If leeks are unavailable (or unpalatable!) substitute sliced onions for the same measurement.

Dried apricots, raisins, or a combination can be used in place of the dates.

Calories per serving: 400
Fat: 8 g
Protein: 34 g
Carbs: 48 g