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Chicken & Grain Power Bowl

Eating healthy doesn't have to mean hours in the kitchen or an elaborate meal prep routine. This quick and easy chicken & grain power bowl is versatile enough to feed the whole family or serve as convenient leftovers for the next day. With a combination of lean protein, high-fiber veggies, and nutrient-dense ancient grains, it's a balanced, satisfying option for any weeknight.

Why This Meal Works

  • Nutritional Balance: This dish offers an ideal mix of lean chicken for protein and broccoli for fiber and micronutrients. The ancient grains blend adds wholesome carbs to keep you fueled and satisfied.
  • Micronutrient Powerhouse: Each serving is rich in niacin, B5, B6, choline, folate, selenium, vitamin C, and vitamin K-essential nutrients to support overall health.
  • Low-Sodium Option: While the ancient grains blend is pre-seasoned and cooked with chicken broth, each serving contains less than 400 mg of sodium, making it a healthier choice compared to many convenience meals.
individual ingredients for chicken grain bowl including chicken. broccoli, seeds of change quinoa packet and olive oil
meal cooking with broccoli  on outer border of the electric grill pan, chicken cooked center and pouring in seeds of change quinoa mix
chicken and grain bowl cooked ingredients mixed in electric grill pan before serving

Convenient and Time-Saving

Ancient grains like quinoa and brown rice are incredibly nutrient-dense, but they often require longer cooking times. That's why I love using Seeds of Change Ancient Grain Blend microwavable pouches-they save so much time! With this shortcut, you can quickly heat the grains and add them to your electric grill pan or skillet for a flavorful, one-pot meal.

Portion and Blood Sugar Balance

This recipe can be divided into:

  • 4 servings: Approximately 50 grams of carbs per serving
  • 3 servings: Approximately 65 grams of carbs per serving

Both options fit well into balanced meals for heart health and stable blood sugar levels. This chicken & grain power bowl accomplishes that by offering a satisfying mix of protein, fiber, and healthy carbs.

This simple one-pot meal is proof that eating healthy can be both convenient and delicious. Whether you're feeding a family or meal prepping for the week, this dish is sure to become a favorite!

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Chicken & Grain Power Bowl

Quick and healthy one-pot chicken meal with ancient grains, broccoli, and balanced nutrition. High in fiber, protein, and perfect for weeknights!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
  • 10 oz Boneless, skinless chicken breast, chopped into ½ inch pieces
  • 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 pouches Seeds of Change, Organic Quinoa, Brown Rice with Garlic Blend
  • 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth

Method
 

  1. Sauté the diced chicken breast chunks in the avocado for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  2. Steam broccoli and add to chicken in the electric grill pan. You can microwave the broccoli to steam or steam next to the chicken by covering the grill pan.
  3. Microwave Seeds of Change pouches. Add to chicken and broccoli in pan.
  4. Add chicken broth, stir and simmer. Best served in a bowl.

Notes

Here I used Primal Kitchen avocado oil and Pacific Foods low sodium chicken broth.
I prepared in an electric grill pan but other larger raised cooking pans can be used in place of this.
It's possible to divide into 3-4 servings. Three servings would yield about 520 calories per serving, while 4 servings would be 390 calories per serving.

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Hi, I'm Sheila!

As a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with over a decade of experience, I help people manage their blood sugars and achieve healthy weight loss through delicious, balanced nutrition. The Sugar Dietitian is your go-to media resource for building knowledge about healthy eating habits without resorting to restrictive diets.

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