How to Make Hummus Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hummus is a versatile and delicious spread that is made from cooked, mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine and is a favorite dip served with pita bread or vegetables. But hummus is not just for dipping; it can also be used as a marinade or sauce for meats and vegetables. One of the most popular ways to use hummus in cooking is with chicken.

Hummus chicken is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or speci...

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Ingredients

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • ½ cup prepared hummus
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Stir green bell pepper and onion together in the bottom of a 9-inch casserole dish. Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables; stir to coat.
  • Coat chicken breasts completely with a thin layer of hummus and place atop the vegetables. Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken and dust with paprika.
  • Cook chicken breasts in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 276mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 79mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 660mg