Garlic Lime Chicken Bowls

Garlic Lime Chicken Bowls

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Garlic Lime Chicken Bowls

Elevate your meal prep with these vibrant, high-protein Garlic Lime Chicken Bowls. Featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of freshly squeezed lime juice and aromatic garlic, this dish delivers sophisticated, restaurant-quality flavor with simple, whole-food ingredients. Perfect for busy schedules, these bowls are succulent, nourishing, and easily adaptable for your weekly routine, offering a refreshing citrus kick that makes healthy eating an absolute delight.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy Recipes
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the cubed chicken to the marinade and let sit for 20 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Divide cooked grains into meal prep containers.
  6. Top with the garlic lime chicken, fresh tomatoes, and cucumber.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and serve or store for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 34gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Serve cold or reheat chicken briefly before adding fresh vegetables.

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