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Modern High-Protein Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Flavor-Packed, Protein-Rich Quinoa Bowl

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern High-Protein Chicken Quinoa Bowl

About this recipe

This recipe offers a wholesome and nutritious high-protein meal featuring succulent chicken, vibrant vegetables, and protein-rich quinoa. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this dish combines convenience with nutritional excellence. It’s a meal sure to please everyone at the table with its savory flavors and satisfying components.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • Juice of 1 lime

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse and cook quinoa according to package instructions.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add diced chicken, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned.

  5. 5

    Stir in bell pepper, broccoli, and black beans, cooking until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  6. 6

    Drizzle soy sauce and lime juice over the mixture, stirring to combine.

  7. 7

    Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cooked quinoa.

  8. 8

    Enjoy your high-protein bowl!

Chef's tip

Feel free to adjust the vegetables according to your preference or seasonal availability.

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