Hummus goes from appetizer to main dish as a rich, tangy coating on chicken breasts. In the oven, the hummus coating caramelizes slightly and the sprinkle of sesame seeds turns extra-crunchy and nutty.
Servings: 4 | Total: 30 mins
Nutritional information: (average serve)
- Calories: 307
- Protein: 39.4g
- Carbs: 8.7g
- Fat total: 12.5g Saturated Fat: 2.3g
Ingredients:
⅔ cup prepared hummus
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Lemon wedges for serving
Method:
Step 1
Preheat oven to 200 C. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
Step 2
Whisk hummus, cumin, lemon zest, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3
Spread the mixture evenly on both sides of chicken breasts. Sprinkle both sides with sesame seeds, pressing gently to adhere. Place on the prepared pan.
Step 4
Roast the chicken for 20 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges and fresh steamed broccolini.