Description
Chicken Power Bowls with Crispy Garbanzo Beans are a delicious and nutritious meal that combines tender chicken, crunchy garbanzo beans, and vibrant veggies. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, providing a satisfying blend of flavors and textures in every bite. With a zesty dressing to tie it all together, these bowls will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Your favorite dressing (about ½ cup)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
- Rinse and drain garbanzo beans thoroughly. Toss with olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast garbanzo beans for 25-30 minutes until crispy.
- Cook the chicken in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
- Sauté mixed vegetables in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Assemble bowls: Layer sautéed veggies, sliced chicken, and crispy garbanzo beans. Drizzle with dressing and fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg