Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breast
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Dried oregano or Italian herbs
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon juice
- Baby potatoes, halved
- Carrots, peeled and diced
- Quinoa (plain or tri-color)
- Fresh leafy greens (e.g., spinach or arugula)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Combine olive oil, garlic powder, herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken breasts evenly.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill over medium-high heat and grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Slice into strips.
- Roast the vegetables: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss halved potatoes and diced carrots with olive oil, paprika, thyme (or rosemary), salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Assemble your bowl: Start with leafy greens in a bowl, add quinoa, layer sliced grilled chicken, then roasted veggies. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling and Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider including roasted chickpeas or crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with tahini sauce or lemon vinaigrette for extra flavor.