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Chicken bowls

How To Make Chicken Bowls

These Chicken Bowls are a healthy and satisfying meal loaded with juicy grilled chicken, fluffy rice, colorful veggies, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, they’re easy to customize with different sauces and grains.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken:
  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp cumin optional
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • For the Bowl Base:
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans or chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or grilled
  • 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion diced
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
  • Optional Sauces:
  • Ranch dressing
  • Garlic yogurt sauce
  • Chipotle mayo or tahini drizzle

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, cumin, and lime juice. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
  3. Cook the Chicken:
  4. Grill, pan-sear, or bake the chicken until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Slice into strips.
  5. Assemble Bowls:
  6. In each bowl, layer rice (or quinoa) as the base. Add black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
  7. Top and Serve:
  8. Add sliced chicken on top, drizzle with your choice of sauce, and sprinkle with cilantro or parsley. Serve warm or chilled!

Notes

  • Meal Prep Tip: Store all ingredients separately in containers and assemble before eating.
  • Swap rice for cauliflower rice or greens for a low-carb option.
  • Add roasted veggies or feta cheese for extra flavor.