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A vibrant meal prep bowl with lemon-herb chicken, quinoa, asparagus, and radishes
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Macro-Friendly Spring Chicken Bowls

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 445kcal

Ingredients

  • 600 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon , juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 200 g asparagus , trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 100 g sugar snap peas
  • 100 g radishes , thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and oregano.
  • Toss the cubed chicken in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
  • During the last 4 minutes of chicken cooking, add asparagus and sugar snap peas to the skillet to lightly sauté until tender-crisp.
  • Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among four meal prep containers or bowls.
  • Top each bowl with equal portions of the chicken and cooked vegetable mixture.
  • Garnish with fresh sliced radishes and chopped dill before serving.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.