High-Protein Chicken & Shrimp Power Bowls
A vibrant bowl filled with high-quality protein from chicken and shrimp, a satisfying base of quinoa, and a rainbow of fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked quinoa - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook the shrimp: In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Whisk up the dressing: While the chicken and shrimp are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and avocado.
- Mix in the protein: Add the cooked chicken and shrimp to the vegetable mixture and drizzle with the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve or chill: You can serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a quick meal, try using pre-cooked shrimp or rotisserie chicken. This dish is great for meal prepping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat:
20g - Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg