LEMONY CHICKEN STEW

This stew brings back memories of being in Spain at the height of summer for a race on the international circuit. I ate the most delicious lemony chicken stew at lunchtime before I headed to the track. I tried to recreate the stew in my own kitchen as soon as I was back in Ireland. Whenever I feel a head cold coming on, I reach for this lemony stew!

Melt the coconut oil in a large casserole over a medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 3 minutes. Add the cinnamon, cumin seeds and paprika and cook for 2 minutes. Stir frequently and add a splash of water if the pan gets dry. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the peppers, apricots, olives, lemon, courgette and stock. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. When you are ready to serve, season to taste. Ladle the stew into warmed serving bowls and sprinkle over the mint. Serve with brown rice.