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High protein meal prep recipes for weight loss and healthy eating.

Chicken and Quinoa Bowl

A healthy and protein-packed meal, the Chicken and Quinoa Bowl is perfect for meal prepping and can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 pound chicken breast, grilled and sliced Can use leftover chicken for quick meal prep.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adjust to taste.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool.
  2. While quinoa cooks, grill the chicken breast until fully cooked. Allow it to rest for a few minutes, then slice it.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
  2. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  4. Serve warm or let it cool for meal prep.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep chicken and quinoa separate to maintain texture. Optional: serve with extra herbs, yogurt, or hummus.