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Zesty Sumac Roasted Chicken and Chickpeas

Sumac Roasted Chicken

This Zesty Sumac Roasted Chicken and Chickpeas dish is the ultimate "healthy-meets-flavourful" weeknight dinner. If you haven't cooked with sumac before, you’re in for a treat. This deep red Middle Eastern spice offers a bright, lemony tang without the acidity of actual citrus, making it a powerhouse for heart-healthy cooking.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 200  C
Description

Recipe Tips for Success

  • The "Dry" Secret: Ensure your chickpeas are very dry before tossing them in oil; this helps them get that delicious roasted crunch.
  • The Sumac Pop: For an extra zingy finish, sprinkle a tiny bit of raw sumac over the dish right before serving. It loses a bit of its brightness during the roasting process.
  • Meal Prep: This recipe keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it a great healthy lunch option for work.
Ingredients
  • 600 grams Chicken thighs (boneless/skinless) or chicken breast (cut into bite-sized chunks.)
  • 400 grams Chickpeas (drained and patted dry)
  • 1 pcs Red Onion (cut into thick wedges)
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1.5 tbsp Ground Sumac
  • 2 pcs Cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp Salt (seasoning)
  • 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper (seasoning)
Instructions
    Method
  1. 1
    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

  2. 2
    Season the Base

    In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken chunks, dried chickpeas, and red onion wedges.

  3. 3
    Create the Spice Rub

    In a small jar, whisk together the olive oil, sumac, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Pour this over the chicken mixture and toss until everything is vibrantly red and well-coated.

  4. 4
    Roast

    Spread the mixture in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the chickpeas are slightly crisp.

  5. 5
    Serve

    Remove from the oven and sprinkle generously with fresh parsley. Serve warm on its own, over quinoa, or with a side of crunchy cucumber salad.

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Keywords: sumac, health food, chicken, chickpea,
Read it online: https://mycookeryquest.co.uk/recipe/sumac-roasted-chicken/