Description
Ginger Chicken Power Bowls are a vibrant and nutritious meal option that combines tender chicken marinated in a zesty ginger-lime sauce with wholesome grains and colorful roasted vegetables. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, as you can customize it to suit your taste preferences while enjoying a balanced blend of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins. The creamy lime dressing adds a delightful finishing touch, making each bite a flavor-packed experience. Whether served warm or cold, these power bowls are sure to become a staple in your healthy eating routine.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds organic chicken breast
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste or freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 cup uncooked freekeh (or quinoa)
- 1 medium head broccoli (chopped)
- 1 large sweet potato (chopped)
- ½ tablespoon avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- fine sea salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1 large red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- ½ medium red onion (diced)
- 4 cups packed fresh salad greens
- ½ cup lite canned coconut milk or plain yogurt
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 limes (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- sliced avocado
- freshly cracked black pepper
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Marinate the chicken with honey, coconut aminos, oil, ginger, and garlic for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the grains according to package instructions while the chicken marinates.
- Toss chopped broccoli and sweet potatoes in oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; roast for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Cook marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 8 minutes total until fully cooked; let rest before slicing.
- Boil leftover marinade in the skillet until thickened; return sliced chicken to coat.
- Blend dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with salad greens, grains, roasted veggies, and chicken; top with avocado slices and drizzle with dressing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or plant-based proteins like tofu for variety. Experiment with different grains such as brown rice or farro based on your preference.