Peanut Chicken Protein Bowl: Fuel Your Fitness Journey!
A nutritious and delicious Peanut Chicken Protein Bowl that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for fueling your fitness journey.
- Author: Olivia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Cooked brown rice or quinoa, for serving
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots; cook for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to combine.
- Serve the mixture over cooked brown rice or quinoa.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Peanut Chicken, Protein Bowl, Healthy Meal, Fitness Food