Grilled Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Sauce Delight
Grilled Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Sauce Delight are the ultimate combination of flavor and nutrition, making them a perfect choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. This dish features tender grilled chicken served on a bed of fluffy quinoa, topped with a creamy avocado sauce that adds richness without heaviness. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, these bowls will satisfy your hunger while keeping you energized. They are adaptable too—feel free to customize your toppings or swap proteins to match your taste preferences. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 2 grilled chicken breasts
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then cook according to package instructions. Once fluffy, set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Slice into strips.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- In each bowl, layer quinoa as the base, add grilled chicken slices, and drizzle with avocado sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (380g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg