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Chili Lime Chicken Meal Prep Bowls with Rice & Quinoa
Nawaal Ahmed

Chili Lime Chicken Meal Prep Bowls with Rice & Quinoa

Healthy Chili Lime Chicken Bowls for Easy Weekly Meal Prep
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa about 185 g
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice about 200 g
  • 1 cup corn kernels 150 g, thawed if frozen
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes or fresh salsa 240 ml
  • 1 cup julienned jicama or cucumber 150 g
  • 1 medium avocado 150 g, diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 15 g
  • 1 tbsp lime wedges or slices for serving

Method
 

  1. Combine olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until fragrant and well blended
  2. Add the chicken pieces and toss until evenly coated, letting the marinade soak in for at least 15–20 minutes
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until lightly charred on the edges and fully cooked through, releasing a smoky, citrusy aroma
  4. Remove the chicken and let it rest briefly so the juices settle, keeping it tender and juicy
  5. Prepare your cooked quinoa and brown rice so they are fluffy and separated, not clumped
  6. Arrange the grains evenly in meal prep containers as the base layer
  7. Add the cooked chicken on top while still slightly warm
  8. Layer corn, diced tomatoes or salsa, and julienned jicama for crunch and freshness
  9. Sprinkle chopped cilantro across each bowl for a fresh herbal note
  10. Add diced avocado just before serving to maintain its creamy texture
  11. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice for a bright, tangy kick

Notes

Protein: 30 g

Carbohydrates: 45 g

Fat: 14 g

Fiber: 8 g

Sugar: 6 g

Sodium: 480 mg