Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
– 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
– 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 avocado, diced
– ½ cup red onion, diced
– 1 lime, juiced
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa
Instructions
Creating Healthy Chicken Taco Bowls is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and chicken broth (or water). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken: While the quinoa is cooking, season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add diced red bell pepper and corn. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
5. Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, layer cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, black beans, sautéed vegetables, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
6. Add Fresh Lime Juice: Drizzle fresh lime juice over the top of each bowl for added flavor.
7. Garnish: Finish with fresh cilantro and any optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or salsa.
8. Serve: Enjoy your Healthy Chicken Taco Bowls immediately, or store them in the fridge for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 35g