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Irresistible High Protein BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl Recipe

Irresistible High Protein BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl Recipe
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This Irresistible High Protein BBQ Ranch Chicken Bowl offers a delicious and balanced meal packed with lean chicken breast, nutrient-rich grains, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful mix of BBQ and ranch sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it combines smoky, tangy, and creamy flavors in a wholesome bowl that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 1 pound (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Grains

  • 2 cups (320 g) cooked brown rice or quinoa

Vegetables

  • 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 cup (150 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) shredded lettuce or baby spinach

Sauce and Toppings

  • 1/4 cup (60 g) light ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional: fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts and let them marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then slice the chicken into strips.
  3. Prepare Grains and Vegetables: Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. While grains cook, prepare vegetables by halving cherry tomatoes, dicing red onion, shredding lettuce or spinach, rinsing black beans, and heating corn if using frozen.
  4. Assemble the Bowl: Begin with a base of cooked grains in each bowl. Arrange corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, onion, greens, and sliced chicken attractively on top of the grains.
  5. Add Sauce and Toppings: Mix the light ranch dressing and BBQ sauce in a small bowl. Drizzle this mixture over each bowl, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese atop. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve warm or chilled as preferred.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with grilled tofu or tempeh.
  • To reduce sodium, use low-sodium BBQ sauce and light ranch dressing.
  • Brown rice can be substituted with quinoa for a gluten-free option.
  • Use fresh corn when in season for best flavor.
  • Resting the chicken after cooking ensures juicy, tender meat.

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