Hummus is a staple appetizer and spread. The addition of extra protein in the form of chicken or turkey makes this hummus a more substantial dish that can be eaten as a snack or light lunch.
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Chicken or Turkey Hummus
Servings
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil evoo, plus more for garnish
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 pounds ground chicken or turkey
- 2 tablespoons turmeric
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Hummus for serving
- Garnish: Paprika and fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and sauté 3 to 5 minutes, or until translucent.
- Add chicken or turkey and break up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
- Add turmeric and cumin; cook until chicken is browned and cooked through. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- To serve, spread hummus to the edges of a large plate using the back of a spoon; drizzle with evoo.
- Pile chicken or turkey in the center. Garnish with light dusting of paprika and some fresh cilantro leaves.
as usual Tzivia – yum yum yum!!! you have elevated this starter into a complete meal!
Made using turkey. But instead of putting the hummus on a plate I spread it on a wrap the kind coscto sells they’re a little thicker. Also I sliced up some black olives and sprinkled alittle fresh lemon juice on top. Real easy and great even at room temperature.
hope you do!
yes exactly!!
so its more like ground chicken/turkey with chumus?
what an interesting recipe! i’d love to try it soon!