Description
The Grilled Chicken & Avocado Power Bowl is a fresh, protein-packed meal that combines smoky grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables over a bed of grains. A zesty, tangy dressing ties it all together for the perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Grilled Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
For the Power Bowl:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice, farro, etc.)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
For the Zesty Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Season and Grill the Chicken
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and charred with grill marks. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top, then set aside to rest.
Step 2: Prepare the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Power Bowl
- In a large bowl, layer the quinoa as your base.
- Top with grilled chicken slices, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese (if using).
- Drizzle with the zesty dressing and sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!
- Toss everything gently to coat in the dressing, or keep the ingredients separated for a beautiful, colorful presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy every wholesome bite!