Description
Buddha Bowl with Thai Chicken is a colorful, nutritious dish that beautifully combines tender, marinated chicken with fresh vegetables and wholesome grains. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this bowl delights your taste buds with its sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Enjoy each satisfying bite while nourishing your body with vibrant ingredients that not only look stunning but taste incredible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix coconut aminos, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and lime juice to make the marinade.
- Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and let it marinate while cooking the grains.
- Prepare brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Roast the marinated chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- Slice the chicken and assemble your Buddha Bowl by layering grains, chicken, and fresh veggies. Drizzle remaining marinade on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added texture, include avocado or edamame. - Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh for a vegan option. - Experiment with seasonal vegetables for variety.