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Creamy Avocado Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Creamy Avocado Chicken Quinoa Bowl for Delicious Meal Prep

This Creamy Avocado Chicken Quinoa Bowl is a satisfying and nutritious meal perfect for dinner or meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking
For the Chicken
  • 2 breasts Chicken breasts Lean protein source
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Use extra virgin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Spice for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Spice for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Spice for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
For the Veggies
  • 1 can Black beans Canned variety
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Fresh
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh
  • 0.5 cup Red onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Cucumber Chopped
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 large Avocado Ripe
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt Or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or maple syrup
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Water Adjust consistency

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. In a medium pot, combine quinoa with water or broth, bringing it to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Marinate chicken breasts with olive oil and spices, then heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  3. While the chicken is cooking, chop up your vegetables. Add lime juice to your avocado to keep it from browning.
  4. In a blender, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, honey, garlic, cumin, and spices. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  5. Start with quinoa as your base. Layer on the chicken, chopped vegetables, and creamy avocado. Drizzle generously with the dressing and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of feta cheese or toasted nuts for extra crunch. Store individual components in airtight containers for meal prep.

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