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Vibrant Blackeyed Pea Nourish Bowl Recipe with Easy Lemon-Herb Chicken

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A fresh, colorful, and flavorful nourish bowl featuring lemon-herb chicken paired with earthy blackeyed peas and crisp veggies, perfect for a quick and nourishing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for chicken)
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups cooked blackeyed peas (about 260 g, drained if canned)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for peas)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken (10 minutes active + 20 minutes resting): In a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts, turning to coat fully. Cover and let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken (about 8–10 minutes): Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F / 74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. Prepare the Blackeyed Peas (5 minutes): In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss in the cooked blackeyed peas, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through and slightly fragrant.
  4. Chop the Veggies & Herbs (10 minutes): Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and chop parsley and mint. Slice the avocado last to prevent browning.
  5. Make the Dressing (2 minutes): Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Assemble the Nourish Bowl (5 minutes): Place a bed of warm blackeyed peas in your bowl. Arrange the sliced lemon-herb chicken on top. Scatter veggies and herbs around, add avocado slices, and sprinkle crumbled feta if using. Drizzle the dressing over everything just before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor and juiciness. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it moist. Slice avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. Smoked paprika adds a smoky depth to peas; can substitute with regular paprika plus a pinch of cumin. Dressing should be whisked well to emulsify.

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