Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon/5 ml)
  • 1 pound Swiss chard, stems removed and chopped, leaves coarsely chopped (450g)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth (60 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, pinch or to taste

Instructions:

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the chard. Remove the stems by slicing them away from the leaves. Chop the stems into 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) pieces and coarsely chop the leaves.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
  4. Add the chopped Swiss chard leaves and chicken (or vegetable) broth to the skillet.
  5. Cook, stirring frequently, until the leaves are wilted and tender, about 3-5 minutes. The liquid should mostly evaporate.
  6. Stir in the lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately.