🍲 Sweet & Spicy Power Protein Bowls
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
Base:
1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
1 cup roasted sweet potatoes (cubed)
1 cup steamed broccoli or green beans
Protein:
2 chicken breasts (or tofu/chickpeas for vegetarian)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
Sweet & Spicy Sauce:
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tsp garlic (minced)
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp lime juice
Creamy Drizzle:
1/3 cup Greek yogurt (or mayo)
1 tbsp tahini (optional but great!)
1 tsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Toppings (optional but recommended):
Sliced avocado 🥑
Sesame seeds
Green onions
Shredded carrots
👨🍳 Instructions
Cook the base
Prepare your rice/quinoa/couscous according to package instructions.
Roast sweet potatoes at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes until tender.
Prepare the protein
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
Let rest, then slice.
Make the sauce
In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and lime juice.
Pour into the pan and simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Toss the sliced chicken in the sauce.
Make creamy drizzle
Mix yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
Assemble the bowls
Add grains to bowl.
Top with sweet potatoes, veggies, and protein.
Drizzle with sauce and creamy dressing.
Finish
Add avocado, sesame seeds, and green onions.
💡 Tips & Variations
Swap chicken for shrimp, beef strips, or plant-based protein.
Add chili flakes if you like it extra spicy 🌶️
Use brown rice for more fiber.
Meal prep friendly — stays good 3–4 days in the fridge!
