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■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 1 tbsp rapeseed oil1 onion, finely sliced4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs,cut into thick strips1-2 tbsp jerk seasoning1 green chilli, deseeded and sliced(op

SERVES 6 The addition of lentils keeps this leaner on both cost and cals. YOU WILL NEED 2tbsp olive oil500g minced lamb1 large onion, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, crushed1tsp ground cumin1tsp ground

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SERVES 2 A wonderfully tasty chicken stew, topped off with a buttery pastry crust. YOU WILL NEED 1tbsp olive oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped into chunky pieces 4 rashers streaky bacon