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Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls

A delicious and healthy meal featuring grilled chicken marinated in lemon, honey, and chili flakes, served with fresh veggies and creamy hummus.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Grilled
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinated Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced (or whole if you prefer grilling before cutting)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Cucumber Salad
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • ½ cup chopped cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
Hummus
  • ½ cup hummus
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace.
  2. In a bowl, combine the diced chicken, olive oil, garlic, tomato paste, honey, chili flakes, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Grilling
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let rest before cutting into smaller pieces.
Cucumber Salad
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes (or red bell pepper), 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt. Toss well.
Hummus Mixture
  1. In another small bowl, mix the hummus with 1 teaspoon olive oil and smoked paprika or chili powder. Stir until smooth.
Assembly
  1. In a bowl, layer the chicken, cucumber salad, and hummus.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm, optionally with pita bread.

Notes

Marinate the chicken longer for a deeper flavor. Adjust the level of chili flakes according to your spice preference. Add more veggies like bell peppers or avocados for extra nutrition.