Source: Nadianb, AdobeStockA classic chicken bowl consists of grains, vegetables, chicken meat, and other additions to taste. Typically, it's baked or fried fillet, which can even be prepared in advance. And if you want to diversify the dish, use different spices and marinades. We offer the best recipes for such balanced bowls!
1. Chicken Fillet and Quinoa Bowl
Source: AdobeStockA balanced recipe with lean meat and healthy grains.
You will need: 100 g quinoa, 150 g chicken fillet, 1/2 avocado, 1 handful spinach, 5-6 cherry tomatoes, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, salt, spices.
Preparation: Fry or bake the chicken with spices, then slice it into strips. Cook quinoa according to package instructions, slice the vegetables, and add all ingredients to a bowl. Drizzle the bowl with olive oil and lemon juice.
2. Asian Chicken and Rice Bowl
Source: AdobeStockSoy sauce and thinly sliced vegetables add maximum Asian notes to the dish.
You will need: 100 g rice, 150 g chicken fillet, 1 carrot, 1/2 cucumber, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, green onions.
Preparation: Thinly slice and pan-fry the chicken fillet over high heat, pour in soy sauce, and cook for another 1 minute. Cook the rice and slice all vegetables into thin strips, and finely chop the green onions. Arrange everything in a plate and drizzle the finished bowl with sesame oil for aroma.
3. Rice Noodle and Chicken Bowl
Source: AdobeStockGlass noodles (funchoza) would also work great if you prefer them.
You will need: 100 g rice noodles, 150 g chicken fillet, 1 carrot, 1/2 cucumber, 1/2 bell pepper, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, spices.
Preparation: Cook the rice noodles, then slice the chicken, season it, and fry until cooked through in soy sauce. Thinly slice the vegetables, arrange everything in a bowl, and drizzle with sesame oil.
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4. Chicken, Chickpea, and Sweet Potato Bowl
Source: AdobeStockIf using dried chickpeas, soak and cook them in advance.
You will need: 50 g quinoa, 100 g chicken fillet, 1/2 sweet potato, 100 g canned or cooked chickpeas, 2-3 cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cucumber, 1/2 avocado, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, salt, spices.
Preparation: Dice the sweet potato, drizzle with olive oil, season, and bake for 15-20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. During this time, season and fry the chicken until cooked, cook the quinoa, and slice the vegetables. Add all ingredients to a bowl, dress with olive oil, wine vinegar, and lime juice to taste.
5. Mediterranean Chicken and Bulgur Bowl
Source: AdobeStockA fresh, vibrant, and very healthy bowl for the whole family.
You will need: 100 g bulgur, 150 g chicken fillet, 1/2 bell pepper, 1/2 cucumber, 1 handful of black olives or green olives, 50 g feta, olive oil, dried oregano, spices.
Preparation: Bake or fry the chicken fillet with spices, cook bulgur according to package instructions, and cut the vegetables into medium pieces. Add olives and feta cubes, and dress the bowl with olive oil and oregano.
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6. Teriyaki Fried Chicken Bowl
Source: AdobeStockWho can resist teriyaki chicken these days?
You will need: 100 g rice, 150 g chicken fillet, 1/2 cucumber, 1/2 carrot, 1/2 tomato, 1/3 bell pepper, 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce, 1 tsp soy sauce, sesame seeds.
Preparation: Cook and season the rice with soy sauce. Pan-fry the chicken fillet whole on both sides, pour teriyaki sauce over it, cook until done, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Beautifully slice all ingredients and arrange them in a bowl.
7. Chicken, Avocado, and Mushroom Bowl
Source: AdobeStockA maximally satisfying and protein-rich bowl.
You will need: 100 g buckwheat or quinoa, 150 g chicken fillet, 100 g mushrooms, 1 egg, 1/2 avocado, 2 cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cucumber, olive oil, salt, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Slice, season, and fry the chicken until cooked. Cook the grains and egg separately, fry the mushrooms, slice the remaining vegetables, and beautifully arrange everything in a bowl. Drizzle the bowl with olive oil and sprinkle with chopped herbs.
8. Chicken Fillet, Buckwheat, and Vegetable Bowl
Source: AdobeStockWho said a bowl couldn't be like this too?
You will need: 100 g buckwheat, 150 g chicken fillet, 1/2 zucchini, 1/2 bell pepper, 1 carrot, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cook the buckwheat, slice and fry the chicken fillet with spices, and separately fry the sliced vegetables until soft. Assemble the bowl, and if you like, add a little sour cream.
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9. Baked Chicken, Pumpkin, and Feta Bowl
Source: AdobeStockVery vibrant and appetizing – thanks to the baked pumpkin.
You will need: 80 g quinoa, 150 g chicken fillet, 100 g pumpkin, 2 quail eggs, 50 g feta, 1 tbsp hummus, green onions, salt, spices.
Preparation: Season the chicken, wrap it in foil, and bake until cooked through for about 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Slice and separately bake the pumpkin – until desired softness. Boil and halve the quail eggs, crumble the feta, and finely chop the green onions. Beautifully arrange all ingredients in a bowl.
10. Boiled Chicken and Vegetable Bowl
Source: AdobeStockA rather diet-friendly recipe, and without any grains.
You will need: 150 g chicken fillet, 150 g mushrooms, 1 cucumber, 1/2 bell pepper, 40 g canned corn, 1 handful arugula, olive oil, salt, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Boil the chicken fillet and shred it into thin fibers. Separately fry or bake the mushrooms until cooked – they can be whole. Slice the vegetables into thin strips, add corn and arugula, drizzle the bowl with olive oil, salt, and sprinkle with aromatic herbs to taste.
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11. Couscous and Chicken Fillet Bowl
Source: AdobeStockCouscous is especially good because it doesn't need long cooking.
You will need: 100 g couscous, 150 g chicken fillet, 100 g mushrooms, 25 g canned corn, 1/3 bell pepper, 2-3 cherry tomatoes, 1 tbsp soy sauce, spices.
Preparation: Slice the chicken into strips, mushrooms into slices, and bell pepper into julienne. Fry all of these separately, prepare couscous according to package instructions, halve the cherry tomatoes, and add corn. Season the bowl and drizzle it with soy sauce.
12. Chicken, Bean, and Corn Bowl
Source: AdobeStockAn original Mexican-style bowl.
You will need: 100 g rice, 150 g chicken fillet, 80 g canned red beans, 60 g canned corn, 1/2 bell pepper, salt, paprika, chili flakes, lime juice.
Preparation: Salt and fry the chicken fillet with paprika, cook the rice, and slice the bell pepper into strips. Beautifully arrange all ingredients in a bowl, drizzle with lime juice, and sprinkle with chili flakes.