Balanced Chicken Veggie Power Bowl
A colorful and nutritious meal combining tender 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
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 tsp garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 0.5 lemon juice of 1/2 lemon
Vegetables
- 0.5 cup broccoli florets
- 0.25 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 0.25 cup yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, sliced
Grains
- 0.5 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup water
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Toss chicken strips in olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook chicken in a hot skillet or grill pan over medium heat until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Steam broccoli and carrots until tender, 3-5 minutes. Keep bell peppers raw or lightly steam for 1 minute.
- Rinse rice, then cook with water and salt in a small pot until water is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes. Fluff and set aside.
- Arrange rice, chicken, and vegetables on a plate or bowl. Serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to customize vegetables or add your favorite herbs for extra flavor.