Tahini Marinated Chicken With Tabbouleh Recipe

Name: Tahini Marinated Chicken With Tabbouleh Recipe
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Recipe By Slurrp

Tahini Marinated Chicken with Tabbouleh is a flavorful and healthy Middle Eastern dish. The chicken is marinated in a tangy tahini sauce, which adds a creamy and nutty flavor to the meat. The tabbouleh, a traditional salad made with bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, and vegetables, provides a refreshing and light accompaniment to the chicken. This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients For Tahini Marinated Chicken With Tabbouleh Recipe

4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
0.25 cup Tahini
2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
2 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
2 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
0.5 teaspoon Paprika
As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
1 cup Bulgur Wheat
1 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
0.5 cup Chopped Fresh Mint
2 Tomatoes, Diced
1 Cucumber, Diced
2 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Directions : Tahini Marinated Chicken With Tabbouleh Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and spices to make the marinade.
STEP 2.Add the chicken to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
STEP 3.Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
STEP 4.While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tabbouleh by combining bulgur wheat, chopped herbs, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and lemon juice in a bowl.
STEP 5.Serve the grilled tahini marinated chicken with a generous portion of tabbouleh on the side. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

Make sure to whisk the tahini well before using it in the marinade to ensure a smooth consistency.
For extra flavor, you can add some chopped fresh mint or parsley to the tabbouleh.
If you don't have a grill or grill pan, you can also cook the chicken in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes.
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serve the tahini marinated chicken with tabbouleh as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
You can also serve it as part of a Middle Eastern-inspired mezze platter with hummus, pita bread, and other dips and salads.

Nutrition
value

397

calories per serving

26 g Fat10 g Protein33 g Carbs12 g FiberOther

Current Totals

26 g Fat
10 g Protein
33 g Carbs
12 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
33 g
Protein
10 g
Fiber
12 g

Fats

Fat
26 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
315 mg
Iron
6 mg
Vitamin A
1453 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
2 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
161 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
86 mg
Vitamin E
5 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
112 mg
Manganese
3 mg
Phosphorus
188 mg
Selenium
5 mcg
Zinc
2 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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