Description
These Healthy Spicy Chicken and Roasted Vegetable Bowls are a perfect balance of spicy chicken, creamy yogurt garlic sauce, and fresh cabbage salad. Packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant flavors, this nutrient-dense meal is ideal for dinner or meal prep. It’s quick, customizable, and loaded with wholesome ingredients that will satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
10oz/300g skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp paprika
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 tbsp dill
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Cabbage Salad:
2 cups cabbage, shredded
1 cup lettuce, shredded
2 tbsp dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp vinegar
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp chopped olives
1 tsp olive oil
For the Yogurt Garlic Sauce:
1/2 cup yogurt (regular or dairy-free options)
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp dill
Salt, to taste
For the Roasted Vegetables:
Spicy roasted vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
Instructions
For the Chicken:
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In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
For the Cabbage Salad:
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In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, lettuce, and chopped olives.
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Add minced garlic, dill, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Toss everything together until well mixed.
For the Yogurt Garlic Sauce:
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In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, minced garlic, dill, and salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
For the Roasted Vegetables:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Slice the vegetables of your choice (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots) and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and tender, stirring halfway through.
Assembling the Bowl:
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In bowls, layer the cooked chicken, roasted vegetables, and cabbage salad.
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Drizzle with yogurt garlic sauce.
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Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe yields 2-3 servings.
Customize the spice level by adjusting the crushed red pepper flakes in the chicken.
You can use other greens like kale or arugula in place of cabbage.
Add protein powder or extra veggies to make the meal more filling.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
