Grilled Chicken Power Bowl
A vibrant, protein-rich bowl with grilled chicken, avocado, broccoli, chickpeas, figs, and cherry tomatoes — all topped with a tangy soy-sesame dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine Fusion, healthy
Servings 2
Calories 420 kcal
For the Bowl:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 cups mixed greens or arugula
- ½ avocado sliced
- ½ cup cooked chickpeas
- ½ cup steamed broccoli florets
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 fresh figs halved
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional for garnish
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp grated fresh ginger
- ½ tsp minced garlic
Prepare the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Grill the chicken: Cook on a grill pan or outdoor grill for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Slice thinly once cooled.
Make the dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until well combined.
Assemble the bowl: In a large serving bowl, arrange greens, chickpeas, broccoli, tomatoes, figs, and avocado.
Top with chicken: Add the sliced grilled chicken on top.
Drizzle and serve: Pour the soy-sesame dressing over the bowl, sprinkle sesame seeds, and enjoy fresh!
Tips & Variations
Make it vegan: Replace chicken with grilled tofu or tempeh.
Add grains: Include quinoa, brown rice, or farro for extra carbs.
Add crunch: Sprinkle with almonds, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds.
Low-carb option: Skip chickpeas and swap for cauliflower rice.
Storage
Refrigerate: Up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Keep dressing separate: Add before serving to keep veggies crisp.
Do not freeze: Fresh ingredients may lose texture.
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