Credits: californiaavocado.com
🛒 Ingredients (2 servings)
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 handful baby spinach or arugula
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt & black pepper
- Optional: chili flakes, feta, fresh parsley
👩🍳 How to Prepare
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions (usually 1 cup quinoa + 2 cups water, simmer 15 minutes). Fluff and let it cool slightly.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic, and half the lemon juice.
- Pan-sear in olive oil over medium heat for about 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let it rest, then slice.
- Assemble the bowl:
- Add quinoa as your base.
- Top with spinach, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado.
- Drizzle with remaining lemon juice and a little extra olive oil.
- Optional glow-up: sprinkle feta, parsley, or chili flakes for personality.
✨ Why You’ll Love It
It’s balanced (protein + healthy fats + fiber), anti-inflammatory-friendly, and ridiculously satisfying without feeling heavy. Meal-prep it, dinner-party it, or eat it straight from the bowl in cozy clothes.
Eat clean, feel powerful, repeat tomorrow. 💚
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