Description
Savor a wholesome BBQ chicken quinoa power bowl with avocado—a healthy high-protein meal packed with smoky flavor and balanced nutrition.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley
- Optional: olive oil, lime juice
Instructions
1. Cook quinoa with water or broth and a pinch of salt for 15 minutes until fluffy. Set aside.
2. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
3. Toss corn, bell pepper, and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes.
4. Mix BBQ sauce, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Coat chicken with BBQ mixture.
6. Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
7. Brush extra BBQ sauce while cooking for added flavor.
8. Rest chicken for a few minutes, then slice.
9. Assemble bowl with quinoa, roasted vegetables, and sliced chicken.
10. Top with avocado, tomatoes, onion, and herbs. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice if desired.
Notes
- Rinse quinoa well to remove bitterness.
- Add spicy BBQ sauce for extra heat.
- Store components separately for meal prep freshness.
- Slice avocado just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting & Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg