Fireside High Protein Bowl (Printable)

A hearty bowl with lean protein, roasted vegetables, and wholesome grains to refuel your day.

# List of ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
02 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Grains

03 - 1 cup cooked quinoa (or cooked brown rice)

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
06 - 1 small red onion, sliced
07 - 2 cups baby spinach

→ Seasoning & Dressing

08 - 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
12 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
15 - 1 tbsp tahini
16 - 1 tbsp water

→ Garnishes

17 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
18 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, combine diced sweet potato, chopped red bell pepper, and sliced red onion with 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
03 - Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Place chicken breasts on the same sheet, drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Add drained chickpeas to the tray and toss them with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika.
04 - Roast everything for 25 to 30 minutes, turning the vegetables halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender.
05 - While roasting, cook quinoa according to package instructions if not already prepared.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, tahini, and water until smooth. Set aside.
07 - Once the chicken is cooked, slice it thinly.
08 - Divide cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls. Top each with roasted vegetables, chickpeas, sliced chicken, and a handful of baby spinach. Drizzle with tahini dressing.
09 - Garnish each bowl with pumpkin seeds and chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything roasts on one sheet, so cleanup is laughably easy and you can relax while it cooks.
  • It keeps you full for hours without feeling heavy, thanks to the balance of lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
  • The smoky spices and creamy tahini dressing make healthy food taste like comfort food.
02 -
  • Dont crowd the baking sheet or the vegetables will steam instead of roast, and youll miss out on those crispy, caramelized edges.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing, otherwise all the juices run out and it turns dry.
  • Whisk the tahini dressing until its completely smooth, lumpy dressing clings weird and tastes chalky.
03 -
  • Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet for a minute before sprinkling them on, it wakes up their nutty flavor.
  • If your tahini is thick and stubborn, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before whisking, it blends way easier.
  • Double the roasted vegetables and chickpeas, theyre perfect for snacking or tossing into salads the next day.

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