Description
A delicious and healthy grilled chicken rice bowl recipe with a flavorful marinade, topped with assorted veggies and a drizzle of sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Assembly:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup teriyaki or sriracha mayo sauce for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice between two bowls. Top with grilled chicken, broccoli, carrots, cucumber, and green onions. Drizzle with sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies.
- Try quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Add an egg on top for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
