Romesco chicken with green beans

Romesco chicken with green beans: a fiber-rich, gut-friendly supper

High Protein Protein Rich Easy Recipe
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Recipe description

This romesco chicken with green beans blends a vibrant romesco-style sauce with lean chicken and crisp beans. The dish delivers protein plus fiber from the beans and plant compounds in the sauce, including polyphenols and diverse plant ingredients. That mix supports a balanced, varied eating pattern and may support gentle digestion. It's easy to prepare on a weeknight and pairs well with a side of fermented foods or yogurt for texture and flavor variation, helping you build tasty, gut-friendly meals into your routine.

July 22, 2026
Romesco chicken with green beans
Prep 15 min Cook 40 min Medium

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Why this recipe fits you

  • High fiber from beans, vegetables, and nuts.
  • Includes colorful plant foods and polyphenol-rich ingredients.
  • Balanced mix of lean protein, healthy fats, and vegetables.

Gut Health Score

🌿 Fiber diversity
80
🍇 Polyphenol density
75
🧬 Diversity support
75
🛡️ Inflammation support
78
🫧 Fermentation support
0
⚖️ Blood sugar stability
78

Ingredients

Chicken, breast
2 piece
Chicken, breast
Bean, green
200 gram
Bean, green
Tomato
2 piece
Tomato
Capsicum, red
1 piece
Capsicum, red
Nut, almond
50 gram
Nut, almond
Garlic
2 clove
Garlic
Oil, olive
3 tablespoon
Oil, olive
Vinegar, red wine
1 tablespoon
Vinegar, red wine
Paprika powder
1 teaspoon
Paprika powder
Salt
0.5 teaspoon
Salt
Black pepper
0.25 teaspoon
Black pepper

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.

2

Place chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

3

While chicken bakes, trim green beans and blanch in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain and set aside.

4

For the romesco sauce: roast red bell pepper over open flame or under broiler until charred. Place in bowl, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel off skin, remove seeds, and chop.

5

In a food processor, combine roasted pepper, tomato, almonds, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and paprika. Blend until smooth.

6

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan and sauté green beans for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.

7

Slice cooked chicken breasts and serve over green beans, topped with romesco sauce.

Nutrition

680 kcal Calories
58 g Protein
40 g Carbohydrates
9 g Fiber
10 g Sugar
60 g Fat
9 g Saturated fat
1.5 g Salt

FAQ

How many servings does this recipe make?
It serves 2.
What is the total time to cook this dish?
About 40–50 minutes in total.
Can I prepare parts of it ahead of time?
Yes. You can make the romesco sauce ahead, blanch the beans earlier, and cook the chicken just before serving.
Is the romesco sauce gluten-free and dairy-free?
Yes, it’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
Is this dish suitable for nut allergies?
It contains almonds; you can substitute with seeds or omit.
What are the main nutritional benefits of this meal?
Lean chicken provides protein; green beans add fiber; the romesco supplies polyphenols and other plant compounds.
How should I store leftovers and for how long?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for 2–3 days; reheat until steaming hot.
Can I customize ingredients if I don’t have something?
Yes. You can swap vegetables or adjust seasonings; for example, use white beans or substitute almonds with seeds.
How spicy is the recipe and can I adjust the heat?
Paprika gives mild warmth; you can reduce or increase the amount, or omit if needed.

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