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Easy Chicken Protein Bowls Recipe

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These EASY Chicken Protein Bowls are a nutritious and flavorful meal combining tender shredded rotisserie chicken, protein-packed quinoa, vibrant purple cabbage, and sweet mango. Topped with a creamy, tangy peanut sauce and fresh cilantro, this dish is perfect for a quick, wholesome lunch or dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Grain and Protein

  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 2 cups chicken bone broth
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 1/2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken breast

Vegetables and Fruits

  • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 1/3 cups shelled edamame, warmed
  • 1 cup chopped mango (or papaya)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro, for serving

Peanut Sauce

  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 2 to 4 Tbsp warm water
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 1/4 tsp dried ginger
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp sesame oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and Cook Quinoa: Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water to remove any bitterness. Drain well. Add the rinsed quinoa and chicken bone broth to a 2-quart non-stick saucepan and season with salt to taste. Heat over medium-high heat until it comes to a boil.
  2. Simmer Quinoa: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan, and simmer the quinoa for 15 minutes. After cooking, remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Drain any excess liquid if present.
  3. Make Peanut Sauce: While the quinoa cooks, prepare the peanut sauce. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, 2 tablespoons warm water, fresh lime juice, honey, tamari, dried ginger, garlic powder, and, if using, sriracha and sesame oil. Continue whisking until smooth, adding more water as needed to achieve a saucy, pourable consistency. Set aside.
  4. Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls, shaping it in a crescent moon form on one side. Layer the shredded chicken, shredded purple cabbage, warmed edamame, and chopped mango alongside the quinoa.
  5. Finish and Serve: Drizzle the peanut sauce generously over the assembled ingredients in each bowl. Garnish with chopped cilantro for a fresh herbal note. Serve immediately and enjoy this balanced, colorful protein bowl.

Notes

  • Quinoa can be rinsed thoroughly to reduce bitterness and improve texture.
  • Warm the edamame before assembling for better flavor integration.
  • Adjust the peanut sauce consistency by adding water gradually to your desired thickness.
  • Sriracha and sesame oil are optional but add a nice kick and nuttiness.
  • Rotisserie chicken is convenient, but you can use any cooked chicken breast.
  • This bowl can be served warm or at room temperature depending on preference.

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