Food:High-Protein Chicken Bowl

High-Protein Chicken Bowl

A clean, easily scalable meal perfect for workout recovery and meal prep.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast (8 oz / 225g, diced)
• Quinoa (1/2 cup / 90g, cooked)
• Black beans (1/4 cup / 60g, rinsed)
• Bell pepper (1/2 medium / 75g, diced)
• Olive oil (1 tbsp / 15ml)
• Taco seasoning (1 tsp / 3g)

Quick Stats

• Prep time: 15 mins
• Cook time: 20 mins
• Protein: ~55g

Tools Needed

• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board
• Cast Iron Skillet

Instructions

1. Prep the base: Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
2. Prep the protein: Toss the diced chicken breast in olive oil and taco seasoning.
3. Cook: Heat the skillet over medium-high heat (surface temp around 375°F / 190°C). Add the chicken and use the sautéing method for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and slightly browned.
4. Assemble: Layer the quinoa in a bowl, top with black beans, diced bell pepper, and the cooked chicken.