Chicken Bowl with Hummus and Cucumber Salad Recipe
This Chicken Bowl with Hummus and Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender, spiced chicken with creamy hummus and a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad. Perfect for a quick, wholesome meal, it features a harmonious blend of Middle Eastern-inspired flavors and fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Cucumber Salad:
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
For the Hummus and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp olive oil (for drizzling on hummus)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Dice the chicken breasts and mince the garlic. Prepare the cucumber, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, and fresh parsley by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the skillet along with tomato paste, honey, chili flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Cucumber Salad: In a separate bowl, combine diced cucumber, chopped cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt to taste. Toss well and let the salad sit to meld the flavors.
- Prepare Hummus Base: Spread half a cup of hummus evenly at the base of each serving bowl. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika or chili powder for added flavor and color.
- Assemble the Bowl: Top the hummus base with the hot cooked chicken, then add a generous scoop of the fresh cucumber salad on top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to finish.
- Serve: Serve immediately alongside warm pita bread or enjoy the bowl as is for a wholesome and delicious meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier texture.
- Adjust chili flakes and smoked paprika according to your spice preference.
- Hummus can be homemade or store-bought depending on convenience.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the pita bread served is gluten-free or omit it altogether.
- Leftover chicken and salad can be refrigerated separately for up to 2 days.
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