High Protein Chicken Quinoa Bowl
A protein-rich bowl featuring tender chicken breast, fluffy quinoa, and a fresh avocado-black bean salad. This nutritious meal combines lean protein with complex carbohydrates and healthy fats for a satisfying and balanced dish.
Prep time
15 min
Cook time
20 min
Total time
35 min
Nutrition facts (per serving)
Calories: 644
Protein: 58g
Carbs: 45g
Fiber: 13g
Fat: 26g
Vitamins: 48% DV
Minerals: 51% DV
Ingredients (serves 1 person)
- •200 g chicken breast, skinless
- •30 g quinoa (dry)
- •¼ cup canned black beans, rinsed & drained
- •½ medium red bell pepper, sliced
- •¼ onion, thinly sliced
- •½ Tbsp olive oil, divided
- •½ avocado, diced
- •Juice of ½ lime
- •1 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- •Salt & pepper (to taste)
- •Optional: a pinch of paprika powder
Instructions
- 1.Cook quinoa: In a small saucepan, bring 60 ml water to a boil. Stir in quinoa, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 12–15 minutes.
- 2.Sauté veggies: Heat ¼ Tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft (10–15 minutes). Season lightly with salt.
- 3.Sear chicken: Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). In a second skillet over medium-high heat, warm the remaining ¼ Tbsp olive oil. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side, until cooked through. Let rest 2 minutes, then slice thinly.
- 4.Make avocado-bean salad: Combine black beans, avocado and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and gently toss.
- 5.Assemble bowl: In your serving bowl, layer quinoa, sliced chicken, avocado-bean salad and sautéed veggies. Top with the Greek yogurt and finish with a grind of black pepper.
High Protein Chicken Quinoa Bowl
A protein-rich bowl featuring tender chicken breast, fluffy quinoa, and a fresh avocado-black bean salad. This nutritious meal combines lean protein with complex carbohydrates and healthy fats for a satisfying and balanced dish.
Prep time
15 min
Cook time
20 min
Total time
35 min
Nutrition facts (per serving)
Calories: 644
Protein: 58g
Carbs: 45g
Fiber: 13g
Fat: 26g
Vitamins: 48% DV
Minerals: 51% DV
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