BBQ Ranch Chicken Quinoa Bowls
BBQ Ranch Chicken Quinoa Bowls are a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate your meal prep game. This vibrant dish combines tender grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all generously drizzled with zesty BBQ ranch dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or backyard gatherings, these bowls offer a satisfying balance of protein and fiber while being visually stunning and incredibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water; cook in 2 cups of water according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
- While the chicken grills, chop bell peppers and slice red onion thinly.
- Once rested, slice grilled chicken into strips. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chicken, peppers, corn, and onion.
- Drizzle BBQ sauce and ranch dressing over the mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Serve in bowls topped with optional cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg