πŸ— Protein-Packed Chicken Rice Bowl

πŸ— Protein-Packed Chicken Rice Bowl

πŸ”Ή Serves 4
πŸ“ Ingredients
πŸ— Chicken

1 lb (450g) boneless skinless chicken breast

1 tsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

Β½ tsp salt

Β½ tsp black pepper

Optional: 1 tsp soy sauce or lemon juice for extra flavor

🍚 Rice

2 cups cooked brown rice (or white rice if preferred)

Optional: 1 tsp olive oil or butter for flavor

πŸ₯¦ Veggies

1 cup broccoli florets

1 cup bell pepper, sliced

1 cup shredded carrots

Optional: Β½ cup edamame or peas for extra protein

πŸ₯£ Sauce / Topping

ΒΌ cup low-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp sriracha (optional)

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp honey or sweetener (optional)

1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Chicken

Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat.

Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Cook 5–7 minutes until golden and fully cooked.

2️⃣ Cook Veggies

Steam or sautΓ© broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots until tender-crisp (about 3–5 minutes).

Optionally, toss edamame in at the end for extra protein.

3️⃣ Prepare Rice

Cook rice according to package instructions.

For added flavor, drizzle with a little sesame oil or season lightly with salt.

4️⃣ Make Sauce

Mix soy sauce, sriracha, sesame oil, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.

Pour over chicken and veggies or serve on the side.

5️⃣ Assemble Bowls

Base: Β½ cup cooked rice

Protein: 4 oz cooked chicken

Veggies: 1 cup mixed vegetables

Drizzle sauce on top

Optional: garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or avocado slices.

πŸ’ͺ Macros (Approx. per serving)

Calories: ~450

Protein: 40–45g

Carbs: 45–50g

Fat: 10–12g

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