Description
A vibrant bowl filled with tender chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, fresh veggies, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups (320 g) cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup (150 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup (75 g) diced red onion
- 1/2 cup (75 g) shredded lettuce or baby spinach
- 1/4 cup (60 g) light ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup (30 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the mixture over the chicken breast and marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let it rest for a few minutes.
- Cook the brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions, using low-sodium broth instead of water for added flavor.
- Prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, and rinse the black beans.
- In serving bowls, layer the cooked grains, corn, black beans, tomatoes, red onion, and greens. Slice the rested chicken and place it on top.
- In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing and BBQ sauce, then drizzle over each bowl. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar and garnish with cilantro or green onions, if desired.
Notes
Marinating the chicken boosts flavor, and cooking grains in broth elevates taste. Serve with fresh fruit or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg