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Grilled Chicken with Rocket and Warm Chickpeas

This grilled chicken with rocket and warm chickpeas is a vibrant, balanced meal that makes a fantastic choice for a healthy mid-week dinner. By pairing succulent, char-grilled chicken thighs with protein-rich chickpeas and zesty lemon, this dish offers a wonderful depth of flavour without the need for heavy sauces. The heat from the chickpeas slightly wilts the fresh rocket, creating a sophisticated salad that feels both comforting and light.

As a diabetes-friendly recipe, this dish focuses on lean protein and high-fibre legumes to help maintain steady energy levels. It is naturally gluten-free and packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and fragrant thyme. Serve it outdoors during the summer months or use a griddle pan indoors for a year-round nutritious staple that the whole family will enjoy.

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Ingredients for Grilled Chicken with Rocket and Warm Chickpeas

  • 90ml olive oil, divided, plus more

  • 1 425g can chickpeas, rinsed

  • 4 sprigs thyme

  • 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

  • 8 small skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.1kg total)

  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

  • 3 cups rocket with tender stems

  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

How to make Grilled Chicken with Rocket and Warm Chickpeas

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat; cook chickpeas, thyme, and red pepper flakes, stirring occasionally, just until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

Prepare a grill for medium heat; oil grill grate. Brush chicken with 4 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken, skin side down, until golden brown and lightly charred, 8–10 minutes. Turn and grill until cooked through, 4 minutes longer.

Toss rocket, lemon zest, and lemon juice into chickpeas. Serve with chicken, drizzled with more oil and sprinkled with sea salt.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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