Description
Juicy seasoned chicken, fluffy brown rice, crisp vegetables, and a zesty yogurt herb sauce come together in these colorful meal prep bowls. Ideal for busy weekday lunches or dinners, this recipe offers balanced nutrition and convenience with make-ahead components.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup uncooked brown rice, rinsed
2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups broccoli florets
1 large red bell pepper, diced into small, even pieces
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 small garlic clove, finely minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 to 2 tablespoons water, as needed to thin
Instructions
Cook the rice. Add 1 cup rinsed brown rice and 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the grains are tender and the liquid is absorbed. Let it rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Prep the vegetables while the rice cooks. Dice vegetables and combine them in a bowl.
Season and cook the chicken. In a bowl, mix chicken pieces with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Cook in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked (about 8-10 minutes).
Make the creamy herb sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, herbs, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add 1-2 tablespoons water to reach desired consistency, whisking until smooth.
Assemble the bowls. Portion cooked rice, chicken, prepped vegetables, and herb sauce into meal prep containers. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Non-alcoholic and halal-friendly; no pork-derived ingredients used.
To save time, prep rice and chicken beforehand.
Adjust herbs in the sauce based on preference (dill, parsley, or cilantro).
Storage: Keep meal prep containers refrigerated for up to 4 days. Freeze uncooked rice for longer storage if needed.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meal prep bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
