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Lemon Tahini Chicken Power Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A vibrant and nutritious bowl combining roasted chicken, hearty farro, fresh vegetables, and a tangy lemon tahini sauce for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.1 lbs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Farro

  • 1 cup uncooked farro
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Vegetables & Legumes

  • 4 cups mixed baby greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1/2 red onion red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

Lemon Tahini Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water (plus additional as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove garlic (finely minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Rub chicken with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; roast for 20-25 minutes. Rest, then slice.
  • Cook farro in water with salt for 25-30 minutes until tender. Drain.
  • Roast chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, and salt for 15-20 minutes until crispy.
  • Whisk tahini, lemon juice, water, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to make sauce. Adjust water for desired consistency.
  • Assemble bowls with farro, greens, chicken, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and drizzle with sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon on top.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Chicken, Healthy, Vegetables