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Simple Chicken Veggie Bowl

Fresh, colorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Simple Chicken Veggie Bowl recipe is one of the easiest meals you can make when you want something healthy and satisfying. Juicy seasoned chicken, fluffy rice, and...
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  5. Lightly steam or roast the broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and zucchini until they're tender-crisp.
  6. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  7. Divide the rice among serving bowls.
  8. Arrange the cooked vegetables, cucumber, tomatoes, and sliced chicken on top.
  9. Drizzle with the dressing and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
  10. Serve immediately.