Description
Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that’s quick to prepare? This Irresistible High Protein BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl is your answer! Featuring tender chicken, hearty grains, and vibrant veggies, this bowl is not only visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, it offers a satisfying way to stay on track with your healthy eating goals. Each bite delivers an explosion of flavors, wrapped in a creamy BBQ ranch sauce that brings everything together beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or baby spinach
- 1/4 cup light ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Coat the chicken breast with the marinade and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Cook brown rice or quinoa as per package instructions. Meanwhile, prepare the veggies by halving cherry tomatoes, dicing onion, shredding lettuce, rinsing beans, and heating corn if needed.
- Start with a layer of grains in each bowl and top with corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, diced onion, greens, and sliced chicken.
- Mix ranch dressing with BBQ sauce and drizzle over each bowl. Optionally top with shredded cheese and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg