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Summer Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Bowls

Savory Summer Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Bowls to Savor Anytime

Enjoy these Summer Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Bowls packed with grilled chicken, avocado, and corn, perfect for a quick, healthy lunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Spices e.g., smoked paprika, cumin.
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups Grains e.g., quinoa or brown rice.
  • 1 cup Corn Fire-roasted canned corn works beautifully.
  • 2 pieces Avocado Keep it separate until serving.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh, chopped.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • Pot
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken breasts with spices and lime juice, let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Cook the Grains: Prepare quinoa or brown rice following package instructions, usually about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill pan, oil it lightly, grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature is 165°F.
  4. Rest the Chicken: Let grilled chicken rest for about 5 minutes, then slice it into strips.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Layer grains, grilled chicken, avocado, and corn, garnishing with cilantro and lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store components like avocado separately to maintain freshness. Customize with your favorite grains or veggies.

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