Name: Best High-Protein Meal Prep Chicken & Quinoa Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 2 Boneless,Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tsp Paprika; 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder; 1/2 tsp Onion Powder; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; 1 cup Quinoa, rinsed; 2 cups Water or Low-Sodium Chicken Broth; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 Zucchini, sliced; 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped; 1 Carrot, sliced; 1/2 Red Onion, sliced; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning; 1/4 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled; 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped

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Best High-Protein Meal Prep Chicken & Quinoa Bowls

Cooking Method: Grilling, Roasting, Stovetop Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired Courses: Main course Recipe Keys: E easy Grilled Chicken Q quinoa V veggies

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 25 mins Rest Time 5 mins Total Time 45 mins

Cooking Temp: 190 C Servings: 1 Estimated Cost: $ 12 Calories: 480kcal

Best Season: Summer, Fall

Description

These Meal Prep Chicken & Quinoa Bowls are a nutritious, protein-packed, and well-balanced meal, perfect for busy lifestyles. With lean grilled chicken, fiber-rich quinoa, and colorful roasted vegetables, this dish provides sustained energy, essential nutrients, and delicious flavors. Batch cook it on Sunday and enjoy it all week long!

Instructions

Cook the Quinoa:

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or broth to a boil.
Add quinoa and salt, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.

Roast the Vegetables:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Toss zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and onion with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.

Prepare & Grill the Chicken:

Mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, and lemon juice.
Coat chicken breasts with seasoning and grill over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

Assemble the Meal Prep Bowls:

Divide quinoa, roasted vegetables, and grilled chicken into 4 meal prep containers.
Top with feta cheese (if using) and fresh parsley.

Store & Enjoy:

Let cool before sealing.
Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 480kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 85mg29%
Sodium 540mg23%
Potassium 750mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 5g
Protein 40g80%

Vitamin A 620 IU
Vitamin C 25 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Best High-Protein Meal Prep Chicken & Quinoa Bowls