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Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl

Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl: A Quick and Nutritious Delight

Enjoy a high-protein Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl in just 20 minutes for a delicious and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast opt for organic for best texture and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger offers warm aroma
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavors
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper for a subtle kick
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil used for cooking
For the Base
  • 1 cup Cooked brown rice or quinoa serves as a hearty base
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Carrots julienned or shredded for texture
  • 1 medium English cucumber sliced thin for crunch
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Edamame shelled and cooked
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Creamy peanut butter star of the dish
  • 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar contributes acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Honey adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil add sparingly
  • 1/4 cup Warm water to thin the peanut sauce
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds for added crunch

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: Slice the chicken into thin strips and marinate with garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper for 5 minutes.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and cook the marinated chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Make Peanut Sauce: Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and warm water until creamy.
  4. Prepare Buddha Bowls: Divide brown rice or quinoa among bowls and arrange veggies around it.
  5. Assemble: Top bowls with cooked chicken, drizzle peanut sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, assemble bowls fresh before serving to maintain vegetable crunch.

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