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Chicken and Chickpea Power Bowls with Tahini Dressing
Fuel your body with these vibrant chicken and chickpea power bowls, loaded with protein and nutrients. A simple tahini dressing ties together tender chicken, hearty chickpeas, and fresh veggies for a satisfying meal.
Prep 25 min
Cook 20 min
Total 45 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Step 3 — For the Tahini Dressing
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2-4 tbsp water, to reach desired consistency
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1
Cook Chicken
In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. Gradually whisk in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
- 3
Assemble Bowls
Divide the cooked quinoa or brown rice among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked chicken, rinsed chickpeas, chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
- 4
Dress and Serve
Drizzle the tahini dressing generously over each bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving: 520 cal · 45g protein · 40g carbs · 22g fat · 10g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
