High-Protein Chicken Bowl with Quinoa

A colorful bowl that actually keeps you full. Tender chicken, fluffy quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a tangy yogurt sauce — perfect for lunch or meal prep.

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 1.5 lb boneless chicken breast
  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa per package directions; fluff and set aside.
  2. Toss chicken with oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–22 minutes until 165°F. Rest, then slice.
  3. Roast broccoli and pepper on a sheet pan with oil and salt for 15–18 minutes.
  4. Mix yogurt, garlic, lemon, salt, and a pinch of cumin for the sauce.
  5. Divide quinoa into bowls; top with chicken, veggies, tomatoes, sauce, and herbs.

Meal prep tip

Store components separately up to 4 days; add sauce when serving.

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