Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls with Fresh Cucumber Salad & Hummus Recipe
These Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls feature tender, marinated grilled chicken topped with a vibrant fresh cucumber salad and creamy hummus. Perfect for a light and flavorful meal, this recipe balances zesty lemon, spicy chili flakes, and savory tomato paste for an irresistible grilled chicken experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, diced or whole
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
For the Cucumber Salad
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
For the Hummus Base
- ½ cup hummus
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika or chili powder
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes (or red bell pepper), and mince the garlic cloves. If using whole chicken breasts, dice them now if preferred.
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, honey, tomato paste, chili flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces or whole breasts and coat thoroughly. Let the chicken marinate for 20 to 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Grill Chicken: For whole breasts, grill over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through. For diced chicken, grill using a grill basket for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, or thread onto skewers and grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Make Cucumber Salad: In a bowl, mix the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to taste. Toss until well combined and set aside.
- Prepare Hummus Base: Spread the hummus on the serving bowls or plates. Drizzle olive oil over the hummus and sprinkle with smoked paprika or chili powder to add smokiness and heat.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer the grilled chicken over the hummus base. Add a generous serving of cucumber salad on the side and garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
- Serve: Serve the bowls immediately. Optionally, offer warm pita bread on the side to round out the meal.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for at least 20 minutes enhances the flavor and tenderness.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your heat preference.
- Option to use red bell pepper instead of cherry tomatoes based on availability and taste.
- For a quicker meal, use pre-cooked grilled chicken and assemble the bowls directly.
- Warm pita bread pairs perfectly with these bowls for a more filling meal.
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