This turmeric chicken is juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Plus it's loaded with Curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric), which has multiple health benefits. It can also be cooked in the oven if you aren't up to grilling in the rain/snow.
This Middle Eastern inspired turmeric chicken is the perfect protein for a dinner entree, sandwich or lettuce wrap filling, or meal prep! This post contains affiliate links; this means if you purchase an item linked, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Click here to learn more about my disclosure policy.
Why you NEED this recipe
Not only is this the most simple chicken recipe ever, it's also extremely versatile. Here are just a few of the recipes I've used this chicken in:
- curry apple chicken salad
- greek style meal prep with golden rice, cucumbers & yogurt
- rainbow chard wraps stuffed with bean sprouts, turmeric chicken, hummus and bell peppers
- bacon, chicken, tomato, lettuce sandwiches
- just plain chicken! sometimes the best snacks are the ones that are easy to grab and healthy
Grilled Turmeric Chicken
This juicy turmeric chicken is the perfect protein for a dinner entree, lettuce wrap filling, or meal prep!
Ingredients
-2 chicken breasts or thighs
-1 tablespoon turmeric
-2 teaspoon salt
-2 teaspoon pepper
-1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the spices and seasoning.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, sprinkle with the spice blend and rub. Grill on each side for 5-9 minutes (depending on thickness, use a thermometer!)
Notes
If you want to bake this chicken instead of grilling, preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake for 40 minutes - 1 hour, depending on thickness of the cut of chicken you use.