This simple Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Chickpea Salad is incredibly delish, light but hearty, and the best way to kick off salad season.
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 25 minutesminutes
Total Time 40 minutesminutes
Servings 4- 6
Author Rachael DeVaux
Ingredients
For the Spice Rub:
2teaspoonssmoked paprika
2teaspoonsgarlic powder
1/2teaspoonground cumin
2teaspoonsdried oregano
1 1/2teaspoonskosher salt
For the Sheet Pan:
1.5poundschicken breastsdiced into 1-inch cubes
1can chickpeasdrained, rinsed and pat dry
2tablespoonsolive oildivided
For the Salad:
1/4cupolive oil
2tablespoonsred wine vinegar
2tablespoonslemon juice
1teaspoondried oregano
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1teaspoonDijon mustard
1/4cupminced red onion
1English cucumberdiced
1large red bell pepperdiced
1cupcherry tomatoeshalved
4cupsbaby arugula
4cupschopped romaine
1/2cupchopped fresh dill
1/2cupchopped fresh cilantro
Pepperoncinidrained and sliced
Crumbled Feta cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Make the Spice Rub:
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, and salt. Set aside.
For the Sheet Pan:
Add the chickpeas (drained, rinsed + patted dry) to the sheet pan and drizzle over one tablespoon of olive oil. Season with about 1/3 of the spice rub and toss to combine until all the chickpeas are evenly coated. Push the chickpeas to 1/2 of the sheet pan.
Add the chicken to the empty half and season with the remaining olive oil and spice blend. Toss to combine until the chicken is evenly coated, and spread in an even layer.
Transfer the sheet pan to the middle rack of the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the chickpeas are crisp, tossing them halfway through.
Make the Salad:
Meanwhile, make the salad. In a large mixing bowl, add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and Dijon mustard. Whisk well until the dressing is totally emulsified.
To the dressing, add the red onion, cucumber, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Toss to combine.
Just before serving, add the arugula, romaine, dill, and cilantro. Toss to combine.
To Serve:
Divide the salad into bowls and top with chicken and crispy chickpeas. Garnish with pepperoncini and feta. Enjoy!