Description
A healthy and satisfying chicken quinoa bowl packed with protein, fresh vegetables, and vibrant flavors—perfect for a balanced and customizable meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (cucumber, cherry tomatoes, spinach, or roasted vegetables)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice or dressing of choice
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Cook chicken in a pan or grill over medium heat until fully cooked and golden.
- Let chicken rest, then slice into strips.
- Prepare vegetables by chopping fresh ones or roasting as desired.
- Assemble bowls by adding quinoa as the base.
- Top with sliced chicken, vegetables, and avocado.
- Drizzle with lemon juice or dressing and serve.
Notes
- Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or chickpeas for variation.
- Add feta cheese or hummus for extra flavor.
- Use tahini or yogurt-based dressing for a different twist.
- Store components separately for meal prep.
- Add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
