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Best BBQ Chicken Power Bowl Recipe

Best BBQ Chicken Power Bowl Recipe – Easy 30-Minute Meal

  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This colorful, protein-packed BBQ Chicken Power Bowl combines tender, smoky barbecue chicken with a rainbow of fresh vegetables and wholesome grains. Perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners, this nutritious bowl delivers bold flavors while keeping you on track with healthy eating.

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the BBQ Chicken:
    • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • For the Bowl Base:
    • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
    • 4 cups mixed greens or chopped romaine lettuce
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 avocado, sliced
    • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
    • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
    • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • For the Dressing:
    • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
    • 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon water (to thin if necessary)
    • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
    2. Mix together garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
    3. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
    4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    5. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
    6. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush BBQ sauce generously over the chicken.
    7. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
  2. Prepare the Bowl Components:
    1. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions if not already prepared.
    2. Wash and prep all vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the avocado, dice the onion.
    3. Drain and rinse canned corn and black beans if using.
  3. Make the BBQ Yogurt Dressing:
    1. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, BBQ sauce, and lime juice.
    2. Add water one teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
    3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Assemble the Power Bowls:
    1. Divide the cooked quinoa or rice among 4 bowls.
    2. Arrange the mixed greens around the grain base.
    3. Top with sliced BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and red onion.
    4. Sprinkle with shredded cheese if desired.
    5. Drizzle with the BBQ yogurt dressing.
    6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For meal prep, keep the dressing separate and add avocado just before serving.
  • Use rotisserie chicken tossed in warm BBQ sauce for an even quicker preparation.
  • Marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce for 2-4 hours before cooking for even more flavor.
  • Toast your quinoa in a dry pan before cooking to enhance its nutty flavor.
  • For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños or mix hot sauce into your BBQ sauce.
  • Roast your corn in the oven or on the grill before adding to the bowl for a smoky flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 580
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 9
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 85

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Find it online: https://recipesmolly.com/bbq-chicken-power-bowl-recipe/