Description
These Healthy Chicken Dinner Bowls are packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Customize them with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the chicken cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, brown rice, black beans, corn, and red bell pepper.
- Divide the quinoa mixture among bowls. Top with the cooked chicken, avocado, and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute other grains like couscous or farro.
- Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of your favorite dressing for extra flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken marinade.
- Prep the components in advance to make these bowls even quicker on busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 40g
