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Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Bowl

Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Bowl: A Flavor-Packed Delight

This Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Bowl is a vibrant, health-packed delight, perfect for busy weeknights, combining protein-rich chicken, fluffy quinoa, and fresh veggies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can use avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Can use lime juice as alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder May use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse thoroughly
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth/Water Water can be a low-sodium alternative
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnish
For Serving
  • 1 piece Ripe Avocado Sliced
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add rinsed quinoa, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts in the mixture and marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently.
  5. Assemble the bowl with quinoa as the base, topped with grilled chicken, vegetable mix, avocado slices, and feta cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Customize the vegetables and protein for variety. Great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, with avocado added just before eating.

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