Irresistible High Protein BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl
Indulge in our Irresistible High Protein BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl, a vibrant and nourishing meal that combines lean chicken, wholesome grains, and fresh veggies, all drizzled with a zesty BBQ ranch dressing. This recipe is perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or satisfying summer dinners. With just 30 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can enjoy a delicious bowl packed with protein and flavor. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for an endless variety of wholesome meals that keep you on track with your health goals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup light ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub onto chicken and let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Allow to rest before slicing.
- Prepare grains and veggies: Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Prepare vegetables by halving tomatoes and dicing onions.
- Assemble bowls: Start with a base of cooked grains; top with corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, diced onion, greens, and sliced chicken.
- Add sauce: Mix ranch dressing and BBQ sauce together; drizzle over assembled bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 75mg