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Flavorful Lemon-Herb Chicken Dinner Bowl Recipe with Avocado and Chili Crisp

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A quick and easy lemon-herb chicken dinner bowl featuring creamy avocado, quinoa or brown rice, fresh veggies, and a spicy chili crisp drizzle. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep with a vibrant, comforting flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), trimmed
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tbsp / 45 ml)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice (about 185 g cooked)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Chili crisp sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes (up to 30 minutes if time allows).
  2. Cook the grain: Prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes). Fluff and keep warm.
  3. Prep the veggies: Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, slice avocado, and chop parsley. Set aside.
  4. Cook the chicken: Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is golden brown.
  5. Rest and slice: Remove chicken from pan and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
  6. Assemble the bowl: Divide quinoa or rice into bowls. Top with chicken slices, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and feta cheese if using.
  7. Finish with chili crisp: Drizzle chili crisp sauce generously over the bowl before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes for best flavor; pat chicken dry before cooking for better sear; use medium-high heat to avoid burning; let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy; add chili crisp at the end to maintain crunch; avocado is best sliced fresh and can be tossed with lemon juice to prevent browning.

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Keywords: lemon herb chicken, chicken dinner bowl, avocado, chili crisp, quinoa bowl, healthy dinner, quick chicken recipe, weeknight meal

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