Tired of the same old chicken and broccoli routine? Try this quick, flavorful, high-protein spicy chicken and chickpeas dinner. Ready in about 15 minutes, it’s made in one pan and pairs beautifully with a simple salad and hummus or tzatziki. It’s also ideal for meal prep and keeps well in the fridge for a few days.
15-Minute High-Protein Spicy Chicken And Chickpeas Recipe
This dish is a simple upgrade from a plain chicken breast and limp vegetables. It’s bold, satisfying and packed with protein—about 35 grams per serving at roughly 273 calories. Best of all, you can make it quickly using one skillet and plenty of garlic.
Here’s how to make it fast without sacrificing flavor.
How To Make Spicy Chicken And Chickpeas In 15 Minutes
Use these shortcuts to keep the recipe quick and easy:
- Use canned chickpeas—rinse and drain them well.
- Cut the chicken into small pieces so it cooks fast.
- Build flavor directly in the pan instead of a long marinade.
Spicy Chicken And Chickpeas Ingredients
Simple, fresh ingredients keep this dish bright and healthy:
- Chicken breast (or boneless, skinless thighs)
- Canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Scallions and chopped parsley for freshness
- Crushed red pepper or chili flakes for heat
- Black pepper and salt to taste
Meal Prep This?
Yes. This is an excellent meal prep option. Store portions in airtight containers for 3–4 days. It’s versatile: combine with hummus and salad for a Mediterranean-style bowl, or switch sides to keep lunches varied.
Leftover Makeover
If you’re bored by day three, transform leftovers in a few creative ways:
- Toss with tomato sauce and cheese, then melt in a tortilla for a quick quesadilla.
- Stir into fried rice or cauliflower rice with an egg and soy or tamari for a savory twist.
- Or simply reheat and serve with fresh salad and hummus—sometimes the simplest combo is the best.
Below is the straightforward recipe to get you started.
High-Protein Spicy Chicken & Chickpeas Recipe
Super easy 15-minute one-pan chicken dinner idea: high-protein spicy chicken and chickpeas. Pair it with hummus and a salad for a complete meal. Keeps well in the fridge for about 3 days, making it great for meal prep.
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15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound / 400g chicken breast, boneless, skinless, chopped
- 1 cup chickpeas, canned, rinsed and drained
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 scallions, thinly chopped
- 2 Tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper / chili flakes
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high. Add chopped chicken, crushed red pepper, black pepper and a pinch of salt, stirring to coat. Cover and cook 3–4 minutes, until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the rinsed chickpeas and stir for 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook 1–2 minutes, then stir in chopped scallions and cook another 1–2 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and finish with lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Serve warm. This is great with a simple tomato-cucumber salad, hummus or tzatziki.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4
Serving Size
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 85mgSodium 226mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 4gSugar 2gProtein 35g
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