Name: Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Coconut Lime Drizzle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 0.25 cup sweet chili sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon grated ginger; 1 clove garlic, minced; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 0.25 cup coconut milk (full-fat recommended); 2 tablespoons lime juice; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1 cup shredded red cabbage; 1 cup chopped cucumber; 0.5 cup chopped cilantro; 0.5 cup chopped peanuts (optional); Lime wedges (for serving)

Description

Discover the vibrant flavors of Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Coconut Lime Drizzle, a delightful dish that combines wholesome ingredients for a nourishing meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 25 minutes to prepare and cook. Each bowl features tender marinated chicken served over fluffy quinoa and fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a creamy coconut lime sauce that elevates the taste.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
0.25 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 cup coconut milk (full-fat recommended)
2 tablespoons lime juice
0.25 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 cup chopped cucumber
0.5 cup chopped cilantro
0.5 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Marinate the chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add chicken cubes and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
Prepare the coconut lime drizzle: In a small bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and salt; whisk until smooth.
Assemble the bowls: Divide cooked quinoa among bowls; top with shredded vegetables and cooked chicken.
Serve: Drizzle with coconut lime sauce and add toppings like chopped peanuts or lime wedges if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir-frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 550
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 57g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate longer than 15 minutes. Customize your veggies based on what's in season or your preferences.