Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowls, a delightful meal that marries tender chicken with a creamy peanut sauce and fresh vegetables. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is an excellent choice for meal prep, family dinners, or quick lunches. The combination of protein-packed chicken, nutritious quinoa, and colorful veggies makes it not only filling but also wholesome. Customize your bowl with your favorite ingredients to create a unique flavor profile every time. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal that’s ready in under an hour!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1.5 cups uncooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Fresh vegetables (carrots, red bell pepper, edamame, spinach, purple cabbage)
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the peanut sauce by blending peanut butter with warm water, soy sauce, lime juice, honey/maple syrup, sesame oil, sriracha, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
- Cook quinoa in water or vegetable broth until fluffy.
- Sauté marinated chicken until golden brown.
- Assemble bowls with spinach at the bottom, followed by quinoa, chicken, and vegetables. Drizzle with peanut sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg