Description
This High-Protein Chicken and Quinoa Power Bowl is a nutritious and delicious meal perfect for a New Year reset. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s designed to keep you full and energized.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup spinach
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. While quinoa cooks, season chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Grill or pan-sear chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
5. Once quinoa is done, fluff with a fork and set aside.
6. Slice the cooked chicken and assemble the bowl with quinoa, chicken, cherry tomatoes, avocado, spinach, and feta cheese.
Notes
This bowl can be customized with your favorite vegetables or dressings.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg