10/04/2025
🥗 Grilled Chicken & Guacamole Power Bowl 🥑💪
A nutrient-packed bowl loaded with lean grilled chicken, creamy guacamole, and vibrant veggies — perfect for clean eating or meal prep.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: ~490 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
For the grilled chicken:
🍗 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🌿 1 tsp cumin
🌿 1 tsp paprika
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
🫒 1 tbsp olive oil
For the guacamole:
🥑 2 ripe avocados
🍅 1 small tomato, finely chopped
🧅 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
🌿 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
🍋 Juice of ½ lime
🧂 Salt to taste
For the bowl base:
🍚 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
🥬 2 cups shredded romaine or baby spinach
🌽 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or grilled)
🫘 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed
🌶️ 1 red bell pepper, sliced
🧅 ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
🌿 Fresh cilantro & lime wedges for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt & pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Let marinate 15–30 minutes.
Grill the chicken: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temp 165°F/74°C). Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
Make the guacamole: In a bowl, mash avocados with lime juice and salt. Stir in tomato, onion, and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Assemble the bowls: Divide rice or quinoa among 4 bowls. Top each with leafy greens, corn, black beans, bell pepper, and red onion.
Add protein & toppings: Add sliced grilled chicken and a generous spoonful of guacamole. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately or store for meal prep.
💡 Notes & Variations
Swap chicken for tofu, grilled shrimp, or steak.
Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or drizzle with hot sauce for extra flavor