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Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl with Creamy Herb Sauce & Carrots

Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl with Creamy Herb Sauce & Carrots
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Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl with Creamy Herb Sauce & Carrots is a delightful and nutritious dish perfect for any day of the week. This wholesome bowl features tender grilled chicken, fluffy brown rice, and vibrant sautéed carrots, all drizzled with a rich creamy herb sauce that elevates the flavors. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables, it’s an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. You can easily customize this recipe by incorporating your favorite veggies or grains, making it versatile enough to satisfy everyone’s taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 carrots, sliced into coins
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • Black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, add 1 cup of brown rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cooked through.
  2. Grill the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and grill chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  3. Sauté the carrots: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced carrots with thyme or oregano; season with salt and pepper. Sauté until bright in color and tender-crisp.
  4. Make the creamy sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, red chili flakes, and black pepper; mix until smooth.
  5. Assemble your bowl: Start with rice as the base, add sliced grilled chicken and sautéed carrots, drizzle with creamy sauce, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Keywords: Customize your bowl by adding bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition. For meal prep, store components separately to maintain freshness.

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