Spicy Chicken Nourish Bowl Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Spicy Chicken Nourish Bowl featuring marinated and pan-cooked chicken breast, fluffy lemon-zested couscous, spiced chickpeas, fresh salad greens, and toasted flatbread, all topped with creamy hummus, crisp radishes, cherry tomatoes, spring onions, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley and chili flakes. This wholesome bowl combines warm spices with fresh ingredients for a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes (including marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 500 g (1.1 lbs) chicken breast, chopped into bite size chunks
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp cumin (divided)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced (divided)
- 1 tsp sumac
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil (divided)
Couscous
- 150 g (3/4 cups) uncooked couscous
- ½ tsp chilli flakes (divided)
- 400 ml (1 2/3 cups) boiling water
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced (from the 4 total cloves)
Spiced Chickpeas
- 400 g (14 oz) tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin (remaining from the total 2 tsp)
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
- 1 tsp olive oil (remaining from 3 tbsp total)
Salad and Garnish
- 80 g (2 packed cups) mixed baby salad leaves
- 2 flatbreads, toasted or griddled and sliced into quarters
- 4 heaped tbsp hummus
- 2 spring onions, sliced into thin strips
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- 12 cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chopped chicken pieces with black pepper, salt, 1 teaspoon of cumin, cinnamon, ground coriander, paprika, lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, sumac, and all but 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Mix thoroughly until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, or ideally up to overnight, to allow the flavors to deeply infuse the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large griddle or frying pan over high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces directly to the dry pan and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. The chicken should be cooked through and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Couscous: Place the couscous in a large jug or bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, the lemon zest, the remaining minced garlic clove, and a pinch of chili flakes. Pour in the boiling water, stir quickly, then cover and let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to absorb the water. After soaking, fluff the couscous gently with a fork to separate the grains.
- Cook the Chickpeas: Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a small frying pan over high heat. Add the drained chickpeas, smoked paprika, remaining 1 teaspoon of cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir frequently while cooking for about 5 minutes, until the chickpeas are warmed through and begin to turn lightly golden. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Nourish Bowls: Divide the fluffy couscous evenly among four bowls. Arrange the mixed baby salad leaves and spiced chickpeas around the couscous. Add the toasted flatbread slices to the side. Place the cooked chicken on top of the couscous, then spoon dollops of hummus over the chicken. Garnish with sliced spring onions, radish slices, cherry tomato halves, a generous sprinkle of chili flakes, and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately for a vibrant, nutritious meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- If you prefer, substitute couscous with quinoa or rice to vary the grains.
- Adjust chili flakes quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Use gluten-free flatbreads to make this dish gluten-free.
- This recipe is great for meal prep; store components separately and assemble before eating.
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