Paleo Chicken Cantina Bowl

Elevate your meal prep game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Paleo Chicken Cantina Bowl! Perfectly seasoned and pan-seared chicken breast takes center stage, paired with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and creamy avocado. A zesty lime dressing ties it all together, while fresh cilantro and scallions add a burst of flavor to every bite. This wholesome, gluten-free, and dairy-free bowl is not only paleo-friendly but also customizable and ready in just 35 minutes. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch or a flavorful dinner idea, this recipe delivers a satisfying, restaurant-inspired dish that's as delicious as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 large avocado
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 2 pieces scallions

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken. Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper and gently pound to an even thickness.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to form a marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Ensure the chicken is fully coated, then let marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and slice the avocado.

Step 5

Finely chop the cilantro and slice the scallions.

Step 6

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice with a pinch of salt and a bit of olive oil for a quick dressing.

Step 8

Assemble the cantina bowls by dividing the chopped romaine lettuce equally among four bowls. Top with tomato halves, cucumber pieces, avocado slices, sliced chicken, and sprinkle cilantro and scallions over each bowl.

Step 9

Drizzle the lime dressing over each bowl before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your Paleo Chicken Cantina Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1035.8

Total Fat 67.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 3225.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 77.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 207.4mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2811.2mg	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: 55.4%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 16.2%