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Slow-Braised Chicken with Hummus garnished with parsley and chickpeas in a white bowl.

Slow-Braised Chicken with Hummus

This Slow-Braised Chicken with Hummus is the ultimate Mediterranean comfort dish. Featuring tender, spice-rubbed chicken thighs with shatter-crisp skin served over a pillow of velvety, restaurant-style hummus, it’s a high-protein meal that feels like a luxury. Naturally gluten-free and packed with fiber from chickpeas, this one-pan recipe brings authentic Middle Eastern flavors to your kitchen with minimal cleanup. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or for impressing guests with a professional, vibrant presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Middle Eastern
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp honey optional glaze
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Hummus:
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas reserve a handful for garnish
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup warm water or more for desired consistency
  • Squeeze of lemon juice
Garnish:
  • Handful of whole chickpeas
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • A drizzle of pan juices

Method
 

  1. Season: Pat chicken dry. Rub with salt, pepper, and spices (paprika, cumin, turmeric).
  2. Sear: In an oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Place chicken skin-side down. Cook for 6 minutes until crispy and golden.
  3. Braise: Flip chicken. Place the skillet in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Blend: In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, garlic, olive oil, and warm water until silky smooth.
  5. Plate: Spread hummus in a bowl, create a well, and place the chicken inside.
  6. Garnish: Add whole chickpeas, pour over pan juices, and top with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Skillet Safety: Ensure your skillet is oven-safe (cast iron or stainless steel) before transferring it to the oven.
  • Hummus Texture: For the silkiest texture, use warm chickpeas and blend for at least 3-4 minutes, streaming in the warm liquid slowly.
  • Crispy Skin: Always place the chicken skin-side down in a cold pan or pre-heated oil without moving it for the first 5 minutes to develop a deep crust.
  • Liquid Gold: Do not discard the pan juices; they contain the concentrated flavors of the spices and chicken fat, which are essential for drizzling over the final dish.