Description

The Spicy Chicken Nourish Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy, marinated chicken pairs perfectly with fluffy couscous, fresh greens, crunchy radishes, and creamy hummus for a meal that’s as healthy as it is satisfying. Whether you’re meal prepping or treating yourself, this colorful bowl is guaranteed to brighten your day!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 lb chicken breast, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp ground sumac
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Bowl:

14 oz canned chickpeas, drained
2 pita bread, toasted and quartered
2 radishes, finely sliced
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup couscous
1/2 tsp chili flakes
1 2/3 cups boiling water
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 1/2 cups mixed lettuce, baby spinach, and radicchio
2 green onions, sliced
4 tbsp hummus
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, black pepper, salt, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, paprika, lemon juice, sumac, and olive oil. Stir until a marinade forms.
Add the chopped chicken to the bowl, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.

2. Cook the Chicken

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Prepare the Couscous

Combine couscous, chili flakes, lemon zest, and smoked paprika in a medium bowl.
Pour boiling water over the mixture and cover with a lid or plate. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork once the water is fully absorbed.

4. Assemble the Bowl

Divide the couscous evenly among four serving bowls.
Arrange the lettuce, baby spinach, and radicchio around the couscous.
Top each bowl with cooked chicken, chickpeas, radishes, cherry tomatoes, and green onions.

5. Add the Finishing Touches

Place a dollop of hummus in the center of each bowl.
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top.
Serve with toasted pita bread on the side for dipping or scooping.

Notes

Marinating Tip: For deeper flavors, marinate the chicken overnight in the fridge.
Spice Levels: Adjust the chili flakes and paprika to suit your spice tolerance.
Meal Prep: Store the chicken and couscous separately in airtight containers for easy reheating throughout the week.
Vegan Option: Substitute the chicken with roasted chickpeas or tofu and use vegetable broth for the couscous.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean