Easy Spicy Chickpea Chicken Dinner
This spicy chickpea chicken dinner is a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs skinless for a healthier option
- 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper or to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups spinach fresh or frozen, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 0.5 cup red onion diced
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another minute.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and spinach.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
Notes
Serve with rice or quinoa for a filling meal. Add a squeeze of lemon for extra zest!
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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