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Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl

High-Protein Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl for Easy Meal Prep

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This High-Protein Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl is a quick, flavorful meal packed with nutrients, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast sliced into strips
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Brown Rice or Quinoa
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Carrots julienned or shredded
  • 1 cup English Cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Edamame cooked
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • Warm Water to adjust consistency
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by seasoning the sliced boneless skinless chicken breast with garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Allow it to marinate for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Prepare the creamy peanut sauce by whisking together creamy peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Gradually add warm water until the desired consistency is achieved.
  4. Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa among serving bowls as the base.
  5. Artfully arrange the julienned carrots, thinly sliced English cucumber, red bell pepper, and edamame on top of the rice or quinoa.
  6. Top each bowl with cooked chicken strips. Drizzle generously with the creamy peanut sauce and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
  7. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure peanut sauce is slightly warm for drizzling consistency. Store components separately in airtight containers for optimal freshness and texture.

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