Description
Chicken protein bowls are a delightful fusion of tender chicken, colorful veggies, and wholesome grains, all packed into one vibrant dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these bowls are not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Let’s create this delicious bowl of goodness together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh bell peppers (diced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup brown rice or quinoa (uncooked)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare the grains according to package instructions.
- While the grains cook, wash and chop the vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Add bell peppers and broccoli to the skillet and sauté until slightly tender.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Fluff the cooked grains and serve in bowls topped with chicken, veggies, and garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg