NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.5 cup canned chickpeas

0.5 cup cucumber

0.5 cup red bell pepper

2 tbsp red onion

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp garlic powder

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Season the chicken breast evenly with the sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

• 2

  Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

• 3

  Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before dicing it into bite-sized cubes.

• 4

  In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion.

• 5

  In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and finely chopped fresh parsley to create the dressing.

• 6

  Add the diced chicken to the bowl with the vegetables and chickpeas, pour the dressing over the top, and toss thoroughly to combine before serving.