Healthy Grilled Chicken Recipe
created by
Ray E. Dec. 24, 2024
“Grilled chicken legs chickpea pasta greens bacon corn and pepper salad. I also had a mojito cocktail.”
Coach Sebastian
“Great effort Ray! Youre just one meal away from reaching your weekly target of protein and fiber-rich dinners. Your choice of grilled chicken legs and chickpea pasta is a fantastic way to incorporate lean proteins and fiber into your meal. The greens bacon corn and pepper salad add a nice variety of flavors and nutrients. I hope you enjoyed your meal as much as you enjoyed your mojito cocktail. Remember its not just about hitting targets but also about enjoying the process and the meals you prepare. Keep finding joy in your healthy nutrition routine and have a great weekend!!”
Instructions
1.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
2.
In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture over the chicken legs.
3.
Grill the chicken legs for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4.
While the chicken is grilling, cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, mixed greens, chopped bacon, corn, and diced bell pepper.
6.
Drizzle lime juice over the salad and toss to combine.
7.
Serve the grilled chicken legs alongside the chickpea pasta salad.
Ingredients
1.
4 chicken legs (skinless)
2.
2 cups chickpea pasta
3.
2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, etc.)
4.
1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
5.
1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
6.
1 bell pepper, diced
7.
2 tablespoons olive oil
8.
1 teaspoon garlic powder
9.
Salt and pepper to taste
10.
Juice of 1 lime
Nutrition
calories
450
fat
15
saturates
4
carbohydrates
45
fibres
10
sugar
3
addedSugar
0
protein
35
Healthy Grilled Chicken Recipe
My Rating
Ray E.Author
"Grilled chicken legs chickpea pasta greens bacon corn and pepper salad. I also had a mojito cocktail."
Coach Sebastian
"Great effort Ray! Youre just one meal away from reaching your weekly target of protein and fiber-rich dinners. Your choice of grilled chicken legs and chickpea pasta is a fantastic way to incorporate lean proteins and fiber into your meal. The greens bacon corn and pepper salad add a nice variety of flavors and nutrients. I hope you enjoyed your meal as much as you enjoyed your mojito cocktail. Remember its not just about hitting targets but also about enjoying the process and the meals you prepare. Keep finding joy in your healthy nutrition routine and have a great weekend!!"