Description
Enjoy a flavorful and protein-packed meal with these Banza Chicken Bowls featuring a zesty Calabrian chili sauce. This gluten-free dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Banza Chickpea Rice:
2 cups cooked Banza chickpea rice;
Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper;
Additional Ingredients:
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup baby spinach; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese;
Calabrian Chili Sauce:
2 tablespoons Calabrian chili paste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook Banza Rice: Prepare Banza rice according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook Chicken: Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet until cooked through and browned.
- Make Chili Sauce: Whisk together Calabrian chili paste, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, vinegar, and salt.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with chicken, tomatoes, spinach, feta, and drizzle with chili sauce. Serve.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level of the sauce to suit your taste.
- For added texture, consider topping with toasted pine nuts or roasted red peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
