Description

This High Protein Chicken Protein Bowl is a vibrant explosion of colors and textures, combining succulent chicken thighs atop a bed of nutty quinoa, surrounded by fresh vegetables. It's quick to prepare and packs a nutritious punch.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breast
3 cups Cooked Quinoa or Cauliflower Rice
2 Large Ripe Avocado, sliced
1 cup Shredded Purple Cabbage
1 Large Red Bell Pepper, diced
2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
1 tablespoon Raw Honey or Maple Syrup
3 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Pat chicken dry with a paper towel. Whisk together 1 tablespoon avocado oil, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and honey in a glass bowl. Toss chicken to coat
Cook quinoa in filtered water or bone broth according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, add remaining avocado oil, and sear chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through
Slice purple cabbage, dice red bell pepper, and slice avocado
In bowls, start with quinoa and arrange vegetables and chicken. Drizzle pan juices and top with cilantro and lime

Notes

Let protein rest for at least five minutes before slicing.

Avoid microwaving chicken for reheating; gently warm in a pan.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Searing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: N/A
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: N/A
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: N/A
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: N/A