Healthy Spicy Chicken and Roasted Vegetable Bowls
Healthy Spicy Chicken and Roasted Vegetable Bowls are a colorful, nutritious meal that brings together tender chicken and a medley of roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable in terms of spice levels and serving options. Each bowl bursts with flavor while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients. Enjoy a delightful dinner while satisfying your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 2 yellow bell peppers, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts in the mixture.
- Chop bell peppers and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread seasoned chicken on one side of the baking sheet and pile veggies on the other side.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
- Serve chicken strips alongside roasted veggies and drizzle any remaining juices over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Feel free to swap vegetables based on availability; zucchini or broccoli work well. - For added texture, serve over quinoa or brown rice. - Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavors.