Name: Banza Pasta with Chicken and Tomato Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 8 oz Banza chickpea pasta; Water and salt for boiling; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 large cucumber, diced; ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste; ½ cup Greek yogurt; 1–2 teaspoons Calabrian chili paste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 minced garlic clove; Pinch of salt

Description

This delicious dish combines tender chicken, Banza pasta, and a refreshing tomato cucumber salad, topped with a spicy Calabrian chili sauce.

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
8 oz Banza chickpea pasta
Water and salt for boiling
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large cucumber, diced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup Greek yogurt
1–2 teaspoons Calabrian chili paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 minced garlic clove
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Bring salted water to a boil. Add Banza pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 7–9 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Pat chicken dry and season with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Slice the chicken.
In a bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Whisk Greek yogurt, chili paste, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt until smooth and creamy.
Divide cooked Banza pasta into bowls. Top with sliced chicken and tomato cucumber salad.
Drizzle generously with Calabrian chili sauce.

Notes

This recipe is great for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Adjust the Calabrian chili paste to taste for desired spice level.
For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu or more vegetables.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg