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Paleo & Whole30 Middle Eastern Nut Crusted Chicken Bowl

Published: Oct 22, 2020 By: Allianna Moximchalk Modified Jul 24, 2021

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This paleo and whole30 middle eastern nut crusted chicken bowl is loaded with flavor. The earthy tahini sauce pairs oh so nicely with the ground up dates which gives this dish a sweet touch. This paleo chicken bowl has become a staple in my meal prep rotation. 

How To Make The Dukkah Spice Blend

First off, what is dukkah? Dukkah is a mix between middle eastern spices and nuts. In this recipe it is a mix between almond slivers, cumin, sesame seeds, coriander, allspice and salt. 

You can mix and grind up the nuts in this spice blend using a mortar and pestle OR you can just smash the nuts with a spoon or blend them with the spices. I found the easiest way to do this is in the mortar and pestle. Then, once you make the spice blend you want to place the chicken in a zip block bag with the oil and spices and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.

Prepping the Veggies & Dates

In my years as a personal chef I have learned it is all about the details! When it comes to the veggies in a dish, cut them small, it makes a huge difference. Think about it this way, when you are taking a bite of something you want to be able to get as many different flavors on your fork at once! As far as the dates, make sure to take the pit out and cut them really small. The dates are used as a garnish to sweeten things up.

How To Cook The Chicken

You want to make sure the chicken is well marinated with the dukkah spice, then add a tiny bit of oil to your non-stick frying pan and cook for 5 minutes on each side. Make sure you cut through the chicken to ensure there is no pink before serving.

How to Cook The Veggies

You want to cook the veggies in a non stick pan with 1 tsp of oil for 5 minutes or so with the lid on, this is just to get them warm and a tad bit soft. You don’t want them too soft or they will get mushy.

Storing the Dish

Storing the dish. I suggest storing the sauce on the side. If you are meal prepping, I love these containers! They are great for when you are on the go and want to eat healthy!

 

Keywords: whole30 chicken salad, whole30 chicken recipes, paleo chicken recipes, quick paleo meals, paleo bowl, whole30 bowl, middle eastern chicken, paleo middle eastern, middle eastern spices

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Middle Eastern Chicken

Course Dinner
Cuisine middle eastern
Keyword chicken, spice
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 3 People
Author Allianna Moximchalk
745kcal
Cost $10
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Equipment

  • mortar and pestle or spoon/bowl
  • cutting board
  • kitchen knives
  • gallon plastic bag
  • skillet

Ingredients

Middle Eastern Chicken

  • 1.5 lb chicken tenderloins
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 2 whole zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded carrot
  • 6 dates chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, halved and sliced vertically
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp almond slices
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Homemade Dukkah Spice Blend:

  • 1 tsp slivered almonds
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

Harissa Spiced Tahini Sauce:

  • 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic

Instructions

For the Dokkah Spice Blend:

  • Place all ingredients into a mortar. Use the pestle to grind everything together until the almond slivers and spices blend to form a fine powder. If you do not have a mortar and pestle, place the spice blend ingredients into a bowl and use a spoon to crush/grind everything together into a fine powder.

For the Chicken:

  • After the spice blend is complete, place the tenderloins into a gallon plastic bag with the minced garlic and Dokkah spice blend. Knead the bag and the spices together with the chicken and 1 tsp of EVOO.
  • Allow the chicken to marinade with the spices and garlic for 10 minutes.
  • Now, in a non-stick pan cook the chicken on medium heat for 5 minutes on each side. Before turning off the stove, cut through the chicken to ensure no pink is showing.

For the Spiced Tahini Sauce:

  • Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend for 30 seconds.

For The Veggies & Dates:

  • Remove the pits from the dates and set aside.
  • Dice up the zucchini into 4 long pieces then chop it into small bite size pieces.
  • Sauté the veggies in 1 tsp of oil in a non stick pan for 5 minutes or so, this is just to get them a little soft. You do not want too cook them too long or they will get mushy.

To Assemble:

  • You can serve over greens if you desire, then add the veggies, chicken, and sprinkle the dates & almonds. I like to drizzle the dressing over the bowl.
  • ENJOY! If you make this recipe I would love it if you shared the link to this recipe with a friend, left a comment below or tagged me on instagram with a picture @alliannaskitchen

Notes

You can store in the fridge for up to 5 days. 
Nutrition Facts
Middle Eastern Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 745 Calories from Fat 459
% Daily Value*
Fat 51g78%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 145mg48%
Sodium 719mg31%
Potassium 1392mg40%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 57g114%
Vitamin A 11684IU234%
Vitamin C 63mg76%
Calcium 184mg18%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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About Allianna Moximchalk | Hi, I’m Allianna. A few years ago my friend introduced me to the paleo diet and since then it has changed my life! I went from taking over a dozen medications a day to managing all of my symptoms with diet and lifestyle. My mission is to help others do the same.

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2 comments

  • Lori
    March 25, 2022

    5 stars
    Love a “bowl” type meal – these flavors are delicious

    Reply
    • Allianna Moximchalk
      March 25, 2022

      Thanks!!!

      Reply

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Hi, I’m Allianna. In my junior year of college I turned to Sarah Ballantyne’s Paleo Protocol and it saved my life. During that time I completely shifted and started to manage my autoimmune disease with food and lifestyle. Since then I have made it my mission to share my clean and real food recipes with you. On Allianna’s Kitchen you can expect to find paleo, Whole30, and AIP recipes as well as things I have learned along the way as my body has healed. I’m so excited to have you here.

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