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Simple Healthy Recipes for a Quick Grilled Chicken Bowl

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A quick and simple healthy recipe featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a base of brown rice or quinoa. Perfect for a nutritious, balanced meal that’s easy to prep and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Grill the chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden in color.
  3. While the chicken is grilling, cook the brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the avocado and red onion.
  5. Assemble the bowl by layering the grain first, followed by sliced grilled chicken, then top with the prepared vegetables.
  6. Drizzle lemon juice over the bowl and sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version.
  • Use any seasonal vegetables or leftover veggies you have on hand.
  • Pre-cooked grains save time—perfect for meal prep.
  • Add a yogurt or tahini-based dressing for extra flavor.

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