We're always on the lookout for recipes that are healthy, use few ingredients and can be on the table in 30 minutes or less and this hummus crusted chicken checks all the boxes!

We're always on the lookout for recipes that are healthy, use few ingredients and can be on the table in 30 minutes or less.  And of course, it also has to be delicious and something the whole family will love.  Using hummus to create a delicious "crust" checks all the boxes!

Active Prep Time: 5 - 10 minutes

Cook Time:  20 - 25 minutes

Total: 25 - 30 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

Preparation

  1. Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees and line a sheet tray with parchment paper;
  2. Dry chicken thoroughly and salt and pepper both sides;
  3. Lay chicken breasts on the sheet tray and spread a thin layer of hummus over each (make sure each chicken breast is completely coated);
  4. Sprinkle smoked paprika evenly over each chicken breast;
  5. Bake to an internal temperature of 165 degrees (usually about 20 - 22 minutes depending on your oven);
  6. Set the oven to broil and cook about 3 more minutes until the hummus is dry;

Serving

  • Serve with your favorite vegetables and other sides;
  • Enjoy!