Balanced Chicken & Veggie Power Bowl
A nutritious and colorful meal combining lean chicken, fresh vegetables, and fragrant rice for a balanced and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 piece chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste Salt & pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lemon lemon juice
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1/4 red bell pepper sliced red bell pepper
- 1/4 yellow bell pepper sliced yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium carrot, sliced
Rice
- 1/2 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup water
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Toss chicken strips with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook chicken in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through (6-8 min). Steam broccoli and carrots for 3-5 min. Keep bell peppers raw or lightly steam for 1 min.
- Rinse rice, then cook with water and salt in a pot. Simmer for 12-15 min until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Assemble the bowl with rice, chicken, and vegetables. Serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to customize vegetables or add a drizzle of your favorite sauce for extra flavor.