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Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls with Fresh Cucumber Salad & Hummus

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A flavorful dish featuring grilled chicken marinated in lemon and chili, served with refreshing cucumber salad and creamy hummus.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for hummus)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (for hummus)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for hummus)
  • ¼ tsp ground cumin
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Flatten the chicken breasts slightly. Place the chicken into the marinade and let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the basmati rice and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to low heat. Simmer for 15 minutes and fluff with a fork.
  3. Make the Cucumber Salad: In a bowl, toss together the cucumber, red onion, parsley, white wine vinegar, olive oil, and salt. Adjust salt to taste!
  4. Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Make the Hummus: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth, adjusting consistency with water if needed.
  6. Assemble Your Bowls: Slice the grilled chicken and layer your bowl with rice, cucumber salad, and a dollop of hummus on top!

Notes

Use colorful bowls to present the dish and drizzle olive oil or sprinkle paprika over the hummus for extra flavor.

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Keywords: grilled chicken, lemon, cucumber salad, hummus, healthy dinner, Mediterranean

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