Description
These refreshing Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls bring vibrant flavors to your dinner table, with juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon and chili, served over a base of quinoa or brown rice and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1/2 cup hummus
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in this zesty mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill Time: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Prepare the Salad: While the chicken is grilling, combine your diced cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes in a separate bowl.
- Assemble the Bowls: Place your cooked quinoa or brown rice in bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken, your cucumber salad, and a dollop of hummus.
- Garnish: Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate for maximum flavor. Adjust the spice level to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg