High Fiber Grilled Chicken Bowl

Experience the perfect combination of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates in this nutritious and flavorful High Fiber Grilled Chicken Bowl. This recipe features grilled chicken breast, roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, black beans, and avocado, all topped with a sprinkle of chia seeds and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the Bowl:

1 cup cooked brown rice

1 cup fresh spinach (steamed)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup spiced chickpeas (recipe below)

150g grilled chicken breast, sliced

2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled

For Spiced Chickpeas:

1/2 can (about 1 cup) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1 tsp olive oil

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp cumin

Pinch of salt and pepper

For the Chicken Marinade:

1 tsp olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

1/4 tsp salt and black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken 

Mix olive oil, garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Rub the marinade over the chicken breast.

Grill on a pan or griddle for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden.

Slice into thin strips and set aside.

2. Make the Spiced Chickpeas

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add chickpeas, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until chickpeas are crispy and slightly browned. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Bowl 

Place a layer of cooked brown rice at the bottom of the bowl.

Add steamed spinach and halved cherry tomatoes on top.

Arrange sliced grilled chicken over the vegetables.

Scatter the spiced chickpeas and crumbled feta cheese over everything.

Tips and Variations:

1. Choose the right sweet potatoes: Opt for sweet potatoes that are high in fiber and antioxidants, such as the ‘Jewel’ or ‘Beauregard’ varieties.
2. Cook quinoa perfectly: Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove saponins, which can give it a bitter taste. Cook quinoa with a 2:1 water-to-quinoa ratio for perfect fluffiness.
3. Add some heat: Spice up the dish with some diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
4. Make it a meal prep solution: Prepare the grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, and black beans ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for later use.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

– Calories: 520
– Protein: 40g
– Fat: 20g
– Saturated Fat: 3.5g
– Cholesterol: 60mg
– Carbohydrates: 50g
– Fiber: 10g
– Sugar: 10g
– Sodium: 350mg