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Flavor-Packed Chicken Quinoa Dinner Bowl You ll Crave

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
This vibrant and nutritious bowl combines marinated grilled chicken with fresh vegetables and quinoa for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

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

Optional toppings

  • as desired avocado, lime wedges, Greek yogurt (optional toppings)

Instructions 

  • Whisk lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, honey, salt, and pepper to make marinade.
  • Add chicken to marinade and refrigerate for 30-120 minutes.
  • Cook quinoa according to package, then fluff with a fork.
  • Grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then rest and slice.
  • Assemble bowls with quinoa, greens, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and sliced chicken. Add optional toppings and serve.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Chicken, healthy, quinoa