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Chicken and Street Corn Power Bowl

This bowl fuels your body with protein, fiber, and healthy fats—so you feel energized, not weighed down.

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4 Servings

Ingredients

For the Bowl:

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed)

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or water)

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 tsp olive oil

  • 2 tsp chili powder

  • ½ tsp cumin

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 ½ cups corn (fresh, frozen, or grilled)

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped

  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

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For the Creamy Avocado Dressing:

  • 2 ripe avocado

  • ½ bunch cilantro

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)

  • 2 limes

  • 2 garlic clove

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • ¼ tsp paprika

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 2–3 Tbsp water (to thin as needed)

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Optional

  • Mixed greens

Instructions

  1. Cook Quinoa

    • In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and chicken broth to a boil.

    • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.

  2. Cook Chicken

    • In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.

    • Rub evenly over chicken breasts.

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

  3. Prepare Corn + Veggies

    • If using fresh corn, grill or sauté until lightly charred.

    • Combine corn, bell pepper, tomatoes, onion, black beans, and cilantro in a bowl.

  4. Make Creamy Avocado Dressing

    • Blend avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt, juice from limes,  garlic, onion powder, paprika powder, and salt until smooth. Add water to thin to desired consistency.

  5. Assemble Bowls

    • Divide quinoa into 4 bowls.

    • Top with sliced chicken, corn-bean-veggie mix, and a drizzle of avocado dressing.

    • Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

  6. Optional

    • Top all ingredients on a bed of mixed greens to up the veggie power!

    • Make it vegetarian and omit the chicken.

Nutrition (approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 470

  • Fat: 16g

    • Saturated Fat: 2.5g

  • Carbs: 47g

    • Fiber: 13g

  • Sodium: 510mg

  • Protein: 37g

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All information is intended as educational only and not to replace guidance or instruction from your provider. Some information may be personal perspective. Please seek professional care if needed. 

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