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Brown Rice Chicken Bowl Recipes

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Description

Brown rice chicken bowls are a delicious and healthy meal option for lunch or dinner. They are easy to make and customizable, making them a perfect choice for meal prep or a quick and satisfying meal. With a variety of toppings and dressings, you can create endless flavor combinations to suit your taste buds.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of brown rice
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 pound of chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup of diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup of diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup of diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup of sliced avocado
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup of sliced jalapeno pepper
  • 1/4 cup of sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot with a lid
  • Frying pan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cup
  • Spatula

Method

  1. Rinse the brown rice in cold water and drain.
  2. In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the brown rice and stir. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Once the rice and chicken are both cooked, assemble the bowls by dividing the rice, chicken, and diced vegetables evenly among four bowls.
  5. Top each bowl with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeno pepper, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Drizzle with your favorite dressing or sauce, such as ranch, salsa, or tahini.
  7. Enjoy your delicious and healthy brown rice chicken bowl!

Notes

You can customize this recipe by adding or substituting your favorite vegetables or protein sources. Some great options include roasted sweet potatoes, grilled tofu, or sautéed mushrooms. You can also swap the brown rice for quinoa or another grain of your choice.

Nutrition Info

One serving of this brown rice chicken bowl recipe provides approximately:
  • Calories: 437
  • Protein: 31g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Fiber: 8g

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use precooked brown rice or even microwaveable rice packets. You can also use leftover cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal prep option. Don't forget to have fun with your toppings and dressings to create your perfect brown rice chicken bowl!

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