Light, filling, colourful, and full of fresh flavour — this Grain Field Chickens Chicken & Veggie Quinoa Bowl proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to mean sacrificing taste. 🥑✨
With tender, shredded chicken, vibrant veggies, and zesty lemon dressing, this dish brings the perfect balance of protein, fibre, and freshness to your table in just 10 minutes. It’s the Taste of GFC made quick, wholesome, and irresistibly good!
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded South African chicken (grilled or roasted leftovers)
- 1 cup couscous or quinoa
- 1 cup hot chicken stock or boiling water
- ½ cup chopped cherry tomatoes or roasted vegetables
- ¼ cucumber, diced
- Fresh parsley or coriander
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of half a lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Smashed avocado, for serving
👩🍳 Method
- Pour hot stock over the couscous in a bowl. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, then stir in olive oil, lemon juice, and seasoning.
- Top with chicken, vegetables, and fresh herbs.
- Add a scoop of smashed avo and serve immediately.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Add feta or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Drizzle with Greek yoghurt dressing or tahini for creaminess.
- Serve chilled as a lunch salad or warm for a light weeknight dinner.
⏱ Cooking Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 10 minutes
🔥 Nutritional Info (per serving)
Serves: 2
Calories: 380 kcal
Protein: 32 g
Fat: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
