Description
The Grilled Chicken & Root Veggie Bowl with Spinach & Lemon is a vibrant, wholesome meal that’s perfect for clean eating and meal prep. This dish combines juicy grilled chicken with tender root vegetables and fresh baby spinach, all enhanced by a bright lemon finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a satisfying lunch on the go. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt this bowl to your taste preferences or seasonal offerings, ensuring deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
- 45 baby potatoes, halved
- A handful of cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup baby spinach
- Juice from 1 lemon wedge
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt, black pepper, garlic powder to taste
Instructions
- Cook the carrots and baby potatoes by boiling or steaming until fork-tender (about 8-10 minutes). Toss with salt and set aside.
- Season the chicken breast with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; slice into strips.
- Assemble by layering fresh baby spinach at the base of your bowl. Top with cooked veggies, cherry tomatoes, and grilled chicken strips.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in your favorite root vegetables or proteins for added variety. To enhance flavor, consider adding herbs like parsley or cilantro as a garnish.