Pesto Chick n' Beets

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Beets have been proven to instantly lower blood pressure and cholesterol, give your liver a healthy boost, and improve athletic stamina by up to 16%!

Recipe yields: 2 servings

Total time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 package organic chicken breasts

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tablespoon paprika

• 1 tablespoon oregano

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil, divided

• Approx. 6 cups red beets, spiralized

• 2 tablespoons homemade pesto

• 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

• Parmesan cheese, to garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil on a stovetop pan. Sprinkle the chicken breasts with the spices, then cook in the coconut oil until browned, about 5 minutes each side depending on thickness.

2. While chicken is cooking, heat the remaining tbsp of coconut oil in another stovetop pan. Add the spiralized beets and cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Once chicken is done, remove from pan and chop into small strips. Add the chicken to the beets pan, then combine the pesto and walnuts, mixing well.

4. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and enjoy!

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