Chicken Tabbouleh with Tahini Drizzle

So this was decent. It was filling. But it needs some tweaking. First, D and I aren't huge mint people, so next time we will replace with basil. Maybe a little more lemon (D didn't use 3TBSP). And lastly the Tahini wasn't a drizzle. It was a paste (thicker than hummus). But overall, it did the job of filling us up, and I would try it again, with the changes.

We had with salad.

Chicken Tabbouleh with Tahini Drizzle

One sure sign that the bulgur is done is that little holes will form on top.

YIELD: Serves 4 (serving size: about 1 1/2 cups)
HANDS-ON:26 Minutes
TOTAL:37 Minutes
COURSE: Main Dishes, Salads

Ingredients
1 1/4 cups water
1 cup uncooked bulgur, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 cups chopped tomato
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup tahini (roasted sesame seed paste)
1/4 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon water

Preparation

1. Combine 1 1/4 cups water, 1 cup bulgur, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes (do not stir) or until the liquid almost evaporates. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Place bulgur in a medium bowl; let stand 10 minutes.

2. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Sauté for 4 minutes on each side or until done; shred chicken. Combine bulgur, chicken, tomato, and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a large bowl; toss gently.

3. Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, tahini, and remaining ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle over salad.

Nutritional Information
Calories: 395; Fat: 18.2g; Saturated fat: 3g; Monounsaturated fat: 8.8g; Polyunsaturated fat: 5.1g; Protein: 21.5g; Carbohydrate: 41g; Fiber: 10.9g; Cholesterol: 48mg; Iron: 4.2mg; Sodium: 573mg; Calcium: 127mg

Cooking Light, SEPTEMBER 2011