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Chicken Taco Meal Prep Bowl Recipe

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A flavorful and nutritious Chicken Taco Meal Prep Bowl featuring seasoned ground chicken, black beans, corn, quinoa, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado, perfect for easy and healthy weekly meal prep.

Ingredients

Protein and Base

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 pound ground chicken (or lean ground turkey)
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa

Vegetables and Beans

  • 2 garlic cloves (pressed/minced)
  • 15 ounces black beans (one can, rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup canned or frozen corn (drained if canned)
  • 1 1/2 cups plum tomatoes (quartered)
  • 4 green onions (sliced)
  • 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped for garnish)

Dairy and Extras

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 large avocado (cubed)
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Meat: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken or turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon to ensure even cooking.
  2. Add Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in the minced garlic cloves and taco seasoning, continuing to cook until the mixture starts to brown and the flavors meld.
  3. Combine Beans and Corn: Add the rinsed black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine and cook briefly to heat through. Then remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among four meal prep bowls. Layer the cooled meat mixture on top, then add the quartered plum tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Add Avocado and Lime: Top each bowl with cubed avocado. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the avocado to prevent browning and add a bright flavor.
  6. Garnish: Finish with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced green onions for a fresh and aromatic touch.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for ground chicken to vary flavors.
  • Cook quinoa ahead of time to save prep time.
  • Use fresh lime juice immediately to keep avocado from browning.
  • Adjust taco seasoning quantity to taste.
  • This recipe is ideal for meal prepping and storing well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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