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Sweet Chili Chicken Quinoa Bowl Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520
A vibrant and flavorful bowl combining tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a sweet chili sauce over hearty quinoa, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Oils & Sauces

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables

  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or baby spinach
  • 2 green onions sliced

Garnish & Optional

  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for topping (optional)

Instructions 

  • Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, then set aside.
  • Heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
  • Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic to make the sauce.
  • Sauté vegetables until tender-crisp, then add cooked chicken and sauce, tossing to coat. Cook 2–3 minutes.
  • Divide quinoa into bowls, top with chicken and vegetables, then garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in some of the sauce before cooking.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken, Quinoa, sweet chili