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Chicken Protein Bowls

Savory Chicken Protein Bowls That Elevate Your Meal Prep Game

Enjoy satisfying Chicken Protein Bowls with smoky grilled chicken, spicy marinade, and vibrant veggies for a nutritious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves (halved)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Chipotle Pepper or Ground Ancho Chile Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves
  • 1 cup Fat-Free Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Avocado (peeled, cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
  • 2 cloves More Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Agave Nectar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For Assembly
  • 2 cups Cooked White or Brown Rice
  • 1 cup Sautéed Bell Peppers and Red Onions
  • 1 cup Cooked Black Beans
  • 1 medium Sliced Avocado
  • 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo
  • 1 cup Shredded Chihuahua or Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Leaves (for garnish)
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges (for serving)

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Grill
  • pan

Method
 

Marinating and Grilling
  1. In a blender, combine water, brown sugar, white vinegar, canola oil, chopped chipotle pepper, halved garlic cloves, ground chipotle pepper, cumin, oregano, salt, and smoked paprika until smooth. Pour this rich marinade over boneless skinless chicken breasts in a dish, ensuring they're well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. After marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade. Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until it's thoroughly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 170°F. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing it into strips.
Making the Dressing
  1. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the yogurt dressing. In a blender, combine fresh cilantro leaves, fat-free Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, cubed avocado, lime juice, more garlic cloves, honey or agave nectar, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, then chill in the refrigerator.
Sautéing and Assembling
  1. In a pan over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté sliced bell peppers and red onions until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Create your Chicken Protein Bowls by layering cooked rice as the base, topping it with sliced chicken, sautéed veggies, black beans, and avocado slices. Sprinkle with pico de gallo, shredded cheese, and garnish with cilantro.
  2. Drizzle the chilled yogurt dressing generously over each bowl and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 49gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

These bowls can be customized by swapping chicken for tofu for a vegetarian option. Ensure the dressing is added just before serving for maximum freshness.

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