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Shredded Chicken, Houmous and Pitta Bread

Lunch , Dinner , Summer
Shredded Chicken, Houmous and Pitta Bread

If you’re looking for a high protein, low sugar meal then this shredded chicken, houmous and pitta bread bowl is your new favourite recipe. The delicious creaminess of the houmous pairs well with the warming spices of the shredded chicken. The result? A satisfying lunch time meal that hits all the right spots.

At a Glance

Servings:

2

Difficulty:

Easy

Prep Time:

5 Minutes

Cooking Time:

15 Minutes

This nutritious meal has a great balance of lean protein from the chicken breast and healthy fats from the houmous. The pitta bread’s full of carbohydrates and fibre which delivers a boost of energy and can aid digestion.

What you'll need:

  • Houmous
  • White pitta bread
  • 2 x chicken breasts
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon tumeric
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon parsley 
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Nutritional Facts

  • Energy (Kcal) 824
  • Fat (g) 39
  • Saturates (g) 5
  • Carbohydrates (g) 40
  • Sugars (g) 3
  • Fibre (g) 3
  • Protein (g) 70
  • Salt (g): 9

Method:

  1. Add the chicken breasts to a saucepan and cover with 700ml cold water. 
  2. Stir in the salt and ground black pepper and bring to a gentle simmer over a medium heat. 
  3. Cover with a saucepan lid and reduce to a low heat. 
  4. Take care not to boil the chicken as this can make the chicken tough.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes until cooked through then transfer the chicken to a plate and rest for 10 minutes. 
  6. Grab two forks and gently shred the meat.
  7. Mix the turmeric, cumin, paprika and parsley in a small bowl and place to the side.  
  8. Heat a large pan with a splash of olive oil then add your shredded chicken and spice mix.
  9. Stir until the chicken is well coated. 
  10. Take the pan off the heat and place to the side.
  11. Put your pitta breads into the toaster and grab your serving bowls. 
  12. Scoop as much houmous as you like into the bowls and place your shredded chicken on top. 
  13. Once your pittas are toasted, cut them in half and place in your bowl. 
  14. Finish with a sprinkling of freshly chopped coriander (optional).
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