Low Fat Chicken Cantina Bowl

Looking for a wholesome and flavorful meal that’s easy on calories but big on taste? This Low Fat Chicken Cantina Bowl is the perfect answer! Brimming with tender, spiced chicken, fluffy quinoa, vibrant cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and protein-packed black beans, it’s a nutrient-dense feast that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Lightly seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and a splash of fresh lime juice, every bite is a fiesta for your taste buds. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with lean protein and fiber, this healthy chicken bowl is ideal for meal prepping, a quick weeknight dinner, or a hearty lunch. Garnished with fragrant cilantro, it’s a satisfying one-bowl meal that’s as delicious as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0 olive oil spray
• 15 ounces black beans, canned and drained
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup corn, frozen or canned and drained
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by bringing the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the rinsed quinoa, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

While the quinoa is cooking, cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces. Season them with cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Lightly spray a non-stick pan with olive oil spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are cooked through and slightly browned on the outside.

Step 4

In a separate medium saucepan, combine the black beans and chicken broth. Heat over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, corn, and cooked chicken.

Step 6

Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top. Stir gently to combine all ingredients together.

Step 7

Serve in bowls, layering the black beans mixture first, followed by the quinoa mixture, ensuring even distribution of all ingredients.

Step 8

Enjoy your low-fat chicken cantina bowl warm as a satisfying and healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2166.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1625.9

Total Fat 26.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 2984.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 185.4g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 328.4mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3563.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.4%

Protein: 45.0%

Carbs: 40.5%