Description
This vibrant grilled chicken bowl combines tender, flavorful chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy avocado sauce for the ultimate wholesome meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s customizable, nutritious, and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts, seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Veggies:
- 2 cups lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup corn (grilled or canned)
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Grill the Chicken:
- Coat chicken breasts with olive oil and your chosen spices.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, ensuring it’s cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Prepare the Veggies:
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and corn.
Make the Creamy Avocado Sauce:
- Blend avocado, lemon juice, garlic, cilantro, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide the veggie mixture between two bowls.
- Top with sliced chicken and drizzle with the avocado sauce.
Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with chili flakes or crushed black pepper for added heat. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Protein Options: Swap chicken for grilled tofu, shrimp, or salmon.
- Add Carbs: Mix in quinoa, brown rice, or farro for a heartier meal.
- Extra Flavor: Add roasted red peppers or a sprinkle of feta cheese for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ~450 kcal
- Sugar: ~4g
- Sodium: ~520mg
- Fat: ~25g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~20g
- Fiber: ~6g
- Protein: ~40g
- Cholesterol: ~85mg