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Chicken & Quinoa Dinner Bowl

Savor the Flavor: Chicken & Quinoa Dinner Bowl Delight

This Chicken & Quinoa Dinner Bowl is a vibrant, high-protein meal, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable with various proteins and veggies.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 Limes Juiced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil
  • ¼ cup Chopped Cilantro Or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Or smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Or omit or use curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or maple syrup
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Bowl
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Or riced cauliflower
  • 4 cups Greens (Romaine or Butter Lettuce) Or spinach or kale
  • 1 can Canned Black Beans Or chickpeas
  • 1 cup Corn (Fresh or Frozen) Or zucchini
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Or diced regular tomatoes
Optional Toppings
  • 1 each Avocado Diced
  • 1 each Lime Wedges
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt Or dairy-free yogurt

Equipment

  • grill
  • Medium bowl
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken & Quinoa Dinner Bowl
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ¼ cup chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 tablespoon honey, and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
  3. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa and cook it with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, lower heat, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side, until it reaches 165°F.
  5. In serving bowls, layer quinoa, greens, black beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes. Finally, add sliced grilled chicken.
  6. Top with optional toppings such as avocado, lime wedges, and Greek yogurt. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Make extra marinade to use as a dressing for salads. Store assembled bowls in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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