Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad

[KarenDeel]

Hello everyone! specially to those people out there who loves salad! Check out this mouthwatering recipe for Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad! It's the perfect blend of smoky, spicy flavors with tender chicken, crispy chickpeas, and fresh greens. Plus, it's super easy to make and guaranteed to impress your taste buds! Give it a try for a delicious and nutritious meal that'll satisfy your cravings.



Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad

Ingredients:

Crispy Chickpeas and Chicken:

• 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Salad:

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 head escarole, roughly torn
• 2 cups watercress, tough stems removed (from 1 bunch)
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and shaved into thin strips using a vegetable peeler
• 3 small radishes, trimmed and very thinly sliced

Directions:

Prepare the Crispy Chickpeas and Chicken:

1. Preheat oven to 375ºF. In a small bowl, stir together smoked paprika, cumin, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne.
2. Place chickpeas on a small rimmed baking sheet lined with several layers of paper towels to dry. Transfer dried chickpeas to a medium bowl; add 3 tablespoons of oil and 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture, and stir to coat. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper; set aside the bowl. Bake, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 45 minutes.
3. While chickpeas bake, add chicken and remaining 3 tablespoons oil to the reserved bowl with remaining 2 tablespoons spice mixture; toss to coat. Arrange chicken in a single layer on a small rimmed baking sheet, and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add chicken to the oven during the last 15 minutes of the chickpea baking time, and bake until a thermometer inserted into the center of a chicken thigh registers 165°F, about 15 minutes. Remove chickpeas and chicken from oven, and let stand for 10 minutes. Shred chicken with two forks.

Prepare the Salad:

1. In a very large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Add escarole, watercress, carrots, and radishes; toss gently to coat.
2. Divide salad among 4 large plates; top evenly with chicken and crispy chickpeas and serve immediately.

This Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad recipe has got me drooling! Can't wait to whip it up for dinner tonight and enjoy those savory flavors with a crispy crunch. It's like a flavor explosion in every bite! Who knew healthy eating could be this delicious? Time to dig in and savor every mouthful!

 

[eihra520]

OMG Smoky Paprika Chicken Salad This looks amazing ..Crispy chickpeas, chicken, and fresh greens? Yes please! Healthy and easy weeknight win!

 

[corbin]

Hello everyone! specially to those people out there who loves salad! Check out this mouthwatering recipe for Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad! It's the perfect blend of smoky, spicy flavors with tender chicken, crispy chickpeas, and fresh greens. Plus, it's super easy to make and guaranteed to impress your taste buds! Give it a try for a delicious and nutritious meal that'll satisfy your cravings.



Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad
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Ingredients:

Crispy Chickpeas and Chicken:

• 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Salad:

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 head escarole, roughly torn
• 2 cups watercress, tough stems removed (from 1 bunch)
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and shaved into thin strips using a vegetable peeler
• 3 small radishes, trimmed and very thinly sliced

Directions:

Prepare the Crispy Chickpeas and Chicken:

1. Preheat oven to 375ºF. In a small bowl, stir together smoked paprika, cumin, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne.
2. Place chickpeas on a small rimmed baking sheet lined with several layers of paper towels to dry. Transfer dried chickpeas to a medium bowl; add 3 tablespoons of oil and 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture, and stir to coat. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper; set aside the bowl. Bake, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 45 minutes.
3. While chickpeas bake, add chicken and remaining 3 tablespoons oil to the reserved bowl with remaining 2 tablespoons spice mixture; toss to coat. Arrange chicken in a single layer on a small rimmed baking sheet, and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add chicken to the oven during the last 15 minutes of the chickpea baking time, and bake until a thermometer inserted into the center of a chicken thigh registers 165°F, about 15 minutes. Remove chickpeas and chicken from oven, and let stand for 10 minutes. Shred chicken with two forks.

Prepare the Salad:

1. In a very large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Add escarole, watercress, carrots, and radishes; toss gently to coat.
2. Divide salad among 4 large plates; top evenly with chicken and crispy chickpeas and serve immediately.

This Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad recipe has got me drooling! Can't wait to whip it up for dinner tonight and enjoy those savory flavors with a crispy crunch. It's like a flavor explosion in every bite! Who knew healthy eating could be this delicious? Time to dig in and savor every mouthful!

Thanks for sharing this recipe! Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad sounds like a flavorful and satisfying meal. I can already imagine the juicy chicken seasoned with smoky paprika, served alongside crispy chickpeas for added texture and protein, all tossed with fresh and vibrant escarole salad. Plus, it's a healthy and balanced dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Can't wait to try making this Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad for a delicious and nutritious meal!

 

[Joseez]

Wow, Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad is a mouthful in more ways than one! Can't wait to enjoy this flavorful and filling dish. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Aro]

Thanks for sharing your recipe for Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad! It sounds like a flavorful and satisfying meal, combining the smokiness of paprika chicken with the crunch of crispy chickpeas and the freshness of escarole salad. Can't wait to whip up a batch and enjoy this delicious and nutritious dish! Your culinary creativity is truly inspiring!

 

[KarenDeel]

Thanks for sharing your recipe for Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad! It sounds like a flavorful and satisfying meal, combining the smokiness of paprika chicken with the crunch of crispy chickpeas and the freshness of escarole salad. Can't wait to whip up a batch and enjoy this delicious and nutritious dish! Your culinary creativity is truly inspiring!

I really appreciate your enthusiasm! Excited to hear you're interested in the Smoky Paprika Chicken and Crispy Chickpeas Over Escarole Salad recipe! It's a flavorful mix, and I'm glad it caught your eye. Can't wait for you to give it a try and savor every bite! Let me know how it goes!