Spicy Meal-Prep Chili-Lime Chicken Bowls in Just 30 Minutes
Meal-prep chili-lime chicken bowls are a flavorful and protein-packed dish perfect for busy weekdays. The zesty marinade keeps the chicken juicy while the fresh toppings add crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt in a bowl.
- Coat chicken breasts with the marinade and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Cook chicken on a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side.
- Slice cooked chicken into strips.
- Divide quinoa, black beans, corn, avocado, and chicken into meal-prep containers.
- Sprinkle cilantro on top before serving.
Notes
- Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Swap quinoa for cauliflower rice for a keto version.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of avocado for fewer calories.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg