Hummus Chicken
This Hummus Chicken delivers 5g protein and 149 calories per serving — a vegetable-forward side dish rather than a primary protein source. Batch-preps 4 servings in quick prep time, functioning as a nutrient-dense complement to your main protein. Pair this with higher-protein mains to add micronutrients and volume to your meal structure.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Hummus, Prepared, Store-Bought(240g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(5g)
- •Cumin, Ground(3g)
- •Basil, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- 2In a small bowl, whisk together the hummus, smoked paprika, and ground cumin until smooth and fully combined.
- 3Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil it. Once shimmering, place the chicken breasts in the pan and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown on the surface, then transfer to a plate.
- 4Return the skillet to medium heat and spread the hummus mixture evenly over each chicken breast, coating both sides. Cook 12–15 minutes over medium heat, stirring the sauce occasionally, until the internal temperature of the thickest part reaches 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer.
- 5Remove from heat and top each breast with fresh basil.
- 6Divide the chicken and pan sauce evenly into 4 airtight meal prep containers while hot, then allow to cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
Nutrition — Per Serving
149
calories
5g
protein
11g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Saturated fat
- 1.6g
- Sodium
- 258 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.8g
4 servings per batch · ~62g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Hummus Chicken have per serving?
Each serving has only 5g of protein at 149 calories with 11g fat and 10g carbs. This is a light Mediterranean option that cannot function as a primary protein source for lifters.
How long does Hummus Chicken take to prep?
Quick prep and 4 servings makes this a fast Mediterranean lunch component that batch-prepares efficiently for the week. Pair with additional protein sources to meet daily macro targets.
Is Hummus Chicken good for fat loss?
At only 5g protein per serving and 149 calories, this recipe is too low in protein density to support fat loss goals effectively. Consider it a side component rather than a standalone lunch, and add a high-protein element to make it work for cutting phases.
