High-Protein Chicken Power Bowl
- Serves
- Total time
- 30 min
- Heat
- Stovetop
- Per serving
- 360 cal
Gluten-free Heart-healthy High-protein Liver-friendly Low-carb Low-sodium and DASH Mediterranean
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Grams |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | olive oil | 14 g |
| 2 | garlic cloves, minced | 6 g |
| 3 cups | baby spinach | 90 g |
| 1/2 tsp | black pepper | 1 g |
| 1 tbsp | lemon juice | 15 g |
| 1 1/2 lb | boneless skinless chicken breast | 681 g |
| 3/4 cup | quinoa, uncooked | 128 g |
Steps
- Cook base. Prepare the quinoa part first (cook grains without salt; wash lettuce).
- Protein. Cook the chicken in the oil with the garlic until done and browned.
- Greens. Wilt the spinach in the same pan.
- Pack. Divide into four portions and finish with lemon and pepper.
A large protein portion with vegetables keeps the plate filling and balanced.
Cool food within 2 hours before packing it for the week.
Done when: Chicken and turkey 165°F (74°C); salmon 145°F (63°C); steak 130°F (54°C).
Fixes
- Dry protein?
- Slice after resting 5 minutes.
- Bland?
- Lemon and pepper first.
Variations: Add yogurt sauce.
Keeps: 4 days.
Estimated nutrition per serving
| Calories | 360 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 44 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Net carbs | 19.2 g |
| Added sugar | 0 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 96 mg |
| Potassium | 887 mg |
| Phosphorus | 522 mg |
Low in sodium: 140 mg or less per serving.
Estimates from standard ingredient data; brands and portions vary. Values are per serving and do not change when you scale the recipe. Compare with your own daily targets
For general information only. Not medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your doctor or dietitian, especially for kidney, liver or diabetes diets.
Jordan K. 
Mei C.