High Protein Chipotle Bowl

Elevate your meal prep game with this High Protein Chipotle Bowl, a flavor-packed and nutrient-dense recipe perfect for busy weeknights or post-workout fuel. Featuring tender, smoky chicken breasts marinated in chipotle peppers and spices, protein-rich quinoa and black beans, and a medley of fresh toppings like juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty lime, this bowl delivers a satisfying balance of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. The dish comes together in just 45 minutes and is ideal for meal prepping or serving as a fresh, vibrant dinner for the whole family. Gluten-free and customizable, this protein powerhouse will quickly become a favorite in your healthy recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 cup red onion, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 whole avocado, sliced
• 1 whole lime, juiced
• 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by cooking the quinoa. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

While the quinoa is cooking, marinate the chicken. In a bowl, mix the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the mixture, making sure they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 3

Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced red onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until they become translucent. Add the black beans and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.

Step 5

To assemble the bowl, start by dividing the cooked quinoa evenly into four bowls. Top each serving with sliced chicken, black beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and a handful of chopped cilantro.

Step 6

Drizzle the bowls with lime juice and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1546.7 grams (1546.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2127

Total Fat 79.30g	102%
Saturated Fat 11.60g	58%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 296mg	99%
Sodium 4118mg	179%
Total Carbohydrate 195.50g	71%
Dietary Fiber 42.00g	150%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 164.90g	330%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 343mg	26%
Iron 21mg	115%
Potassium 3614mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.1%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 36.3%