Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Soul Bowl โ€” FamilyPlate recipe๐Ÿ—

Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Soul Bowl

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A wholesome and delicious soul bowl combining grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, and a medley of colorful vegetables for a nourishing lunch that's packed with protein.

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch
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Cooking Style
High Protein

Nutrition (per serving)

450kcal
Calories
37g
Protein
40g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Ingredients

  • โ€ข2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • โ€ข1 cup quinoa
  • โ€ข2 cups water
  • โ€ข1 tablespoon olive oil
  • โ€ข1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • โ€ข1 teaspoon paprika
  • โ€ข1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • โ€ข1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • โ€ข2 cups spinach
  • โ€ขSalt and pepper to taste
  • โ€ขJuice of 1 lime
  • โ€ขFresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let it rest before slicing.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, rinse the quinoa under cold water and combine it with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 15 minutes until fluffy.

  5. 5

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, corn, and spinach. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and toss to combine.

  6. 6

    Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it on top of the quinoa salad. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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