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Chicken & Quinoa Dinner Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A vibrant and healthy bowl combining grilled chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 limes limes (juice and zest) (about 1/3 cup juice and zest)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • to taste salt and pepper salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa (from 1 cup dry quinoa)
  • 2 cups greens (Romaine or butter lettuce)
  • 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

optional toppings

  • 1 unit avocado
  • 1 unit lime wedges
  • 1 unit Greek yogurt

Instructions 

  • Whisk lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, honey, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  • Add chicken to marinade and refrigerate for 30–120 minutes.
  • Cook quinoa according to package; fluff and set aside.
  • Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked; rest and slice.
  • Assemble bowls with quinoa, greens, beans, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, and chicken; add optional toppings.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings for extra flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy
Keyword: chicken, Quinoa