Description
A heartwarming soul food dish featuring sautéed vegetables, smoky protein, and greens, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Onions, diced
- 2 Bell Peppers, diced
- 2 cups Collard Greens or Kale, chopped
- 1 lb Chicken or Smoked Sausage, cut into pieces
- 4 cups Broth or Stock (chicken or vegetable)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Fresh Herbs for garnish
- Hot Sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Heat your Dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil to coat the bottom, letting it glisten as it warms.
- Sauté the diced onions and bell peppers until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Cook your protein until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add the broth and collard greens, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Introduce garlic powder and cayenne pepper, adjusting based on taste.
- Let the dish simmer gently for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings before serving.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with fresh herbs or hot sauce if desired.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead and tastes better the next day. Consider using an Instant Pot for a quicker cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg