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BBQ Ranch Chicken Quinoa Bowls

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy a flavorful and nutritious bowl combining grilled chicken, quinoa, fresh vegetables, and tangy sauces for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Oil & Spices

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Grains & Broth

  • 0.75 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth

Sauces & Vegetables

  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 0.5 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium avocado, diced
  • 0.5 cup corn kernels
  • 0.25 cup red onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions 

  • Mix spices, rub on chicken, and let sit 15-20 minutes.
  • Toast quinoa in a saucepan, then add broth, boil, simmer 15-18 mins, then fluff.
  • Grill chicken 5-7 mins per side, brush with BBQ sauce near end, then rest and slice.
  • Divide quinoa into bowls, top with chicken, tomatoes, avocado, corn, onion.
  • Drizzle with remaining BBQ and ranch, garnish with cilantro, serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken longer or add a squeeze of lime before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ, chicken, Quinoa