Chicken Protein Power Bowls 🥗
These protein-packed power bowls feature a base of fluffy quinoa, shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy, flavorful peanut sauce. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal or convenient meal prep.
Equipment
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
Quinoa Base and Bowl Ingredients
- 1 cup dry quinoa
- 2 cups chicken bone broth
- Salt to taste
- 2 1/2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken breast leaner breast meat recommended
- 1 1/2 cups finely shredded purple cabbage or green cabbage
- 1 1/3 cups shelled edamame warmed (from frozen section)
- 1 cup chopped mango or papaya, peaches, nectarines, pineapple
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro for serving
Peanut Sauce
- 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 to 4 tablespoons warm water adjust for desired consistency
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
- 1/4 teaspoon dried ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or more to taste (optional, for a kick)
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Quinoa Base: First, rinse your quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water to wash away any bitterness, then drain it well. In a 2-quart non-stick saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of chicken bone broth and a pinch of salt. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- 2. Cook to Perfection: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan tightly, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. After cooking, remove it from the heat and let it rest, still covered, for another 5 minutes. If there's any extra liquid, simply drain it off.
- 3. Whip Up the Creamy Peanut Sauce: While the quinoa is cooking, you can effortlessly make your delicious peanut sauce! In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of warm water, fresh lime juice, honey, tamari (or soy sauce), dried ginger, and garlic powder. For an extra layer of flavor and a touch of heat, feel free to add the optional sriracha and sesame oil. Whisk until the sauce is beautifully smooth, adding a little more warm water as needed to reach your preferred drizzly consistency.
- 4. Assemble Your Wholesome Bowls: Now for the fun part – building your vibrant and nutritious protein bowls! Evenly divide the cooked quinoa among four pasta-sized bowls (you can arrange it in a nice crescent shape on one side). Then, artfully layer the shredded rotisserie chicken, colorful purple cabbage, tender shelled edamame, and sweet chopped mango around the quinoa.
- 5. Garnish and Enjoy: Drizzle your creamy, flavorful peanut sauce generously over each bowl. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a bright, herby touch.
Notes
These bowls are perfect served warm or even enjoyed cold, making them excellent for meal prep!
Nutrition Information (per serving): Calories: 619, Total Carbs: 60g, Net Carbs: 50g, Fats: 20g, Protein: 44g.
