pepper chicken with hummus Makes 4 servings. Quick Kitchen 1/3 cup olive oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled 1 1/2 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts and/or thighs, cut into 2 1/2 -inch pieces 1 red bell pepper, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips 1 Italian frying or Cubanelle pepper, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips 1 medium red onion, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips 1 (8- to 10-oz) container prepared hummus (preferably Sabra spicy or classic) Accompaniment: toasted pita bread Preheat broiler. Line a large shallow baking pan with foil. Stir together oil, salt, cumin, pepper, and oregano in a large bowl, then toss with chicken and vegetables. Arrange in baking pan without crowding and broil 4 to 6 inches from heat, stirring once, until chicken is just cooked through and vegetables are lightly charred, about 8 minutes. Divide hummus among plates and top with chicken and vegetables. |