Zesty Lemon Chili Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
This warm-weather lemon chili chicken bowl mixes grilled chicken, crisp cucumber salad, and creamy hummus for a tasty and fresh meal. Save & click.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 chicken breasts, either whole or cut up
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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A pinch of chili flakes (about 1 teaspoon)
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Cucumber Salad
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Half a cup cherry tomatoes, chopped, or red bell pepper
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1 cup cucumber, diced
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Salt to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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A teaspoon of lemon juice
→ Hummus and Garnish
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Half a cup of hummus, homemade or bought
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A teaspoon of olive oil
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Quarter teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
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Fresh parsley, chopped for topping
# How to Make It:
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Chop up the tomatoes or bell pepper, cucumbers, and parsley. Mince the garlic and dice the chicken if you’re not grilling the breasts whole.
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Mix chicken in a bowl with olive oil, garlic, tomato paste, honey, chili flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Make sure everything’s coated well. Let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes or pop it in the fridge for up to 2 hours.
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Heat your grill to medium-high. Cook whole chicken breasts about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until they hit an internal temp of 165°F (74°C). Let them rest before cutting if needed.
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Either put the marinated diced chicken in a grill basket and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring now and then, or skewer the pieces and grill 3 to 4 minutes each side until done.
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In a bowl, gently mix cucumber, cherry tomatoes or pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
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Start by spreading hummus across the bottom of each bowl. Next, add the grilled chicken with lemon and chili flavors. Spoon the fresh cucumber salad on top. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle smoked paprika or chili powder over the hummus. Finish with chopped parsley.
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Dig in right away or serve with some warm pita bread on the side.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Check your chicken with a meat thermometer to make sure it’s safe at 165°F.