Step 1

Chicken – To a large skillet, add the oil, chicken, evenly sprinkle with cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, and cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, flipping intermittently so all sides cook evenly.

Step 2

When chicken is about 90% cooked through, reduce the heat to medium-low, add the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant; stir intermittently.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice (use caution because it will bubble up), and allow chicken to simmer another 1 to 2 minutes, or until done. Cooking time will vary based on thickness of chicken breasts and sizes of pieces. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon (save the pan juices) and place chicken in bowl(s).

Step 4

Salad – Add the chickpeas to the cooking juices in the skillet, season with salt and pepper if desired, add oil if necessary, stir to coat, and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes; stir intermittently. Transfer the chickpeas and any cooking juices to the bowl(s) with the chicken.

Step 5

Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, optional red onions, and evenly sprinkle with parsley; set aside.

Step 6

Sauce – To a medium bowl, add all ingredients, whisk to combine, taste, and check for flavor balance. Add additional salt, pepper, lemon juice, pinch sugar, etc. if necessary, to taste. Evenly drizzle sauce over bowl(s), to taste. Recipe is best fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days; do not add the sauce if you're doing planned leftovers/meal prep and keep separate. Extra sauce will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days.