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Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls

Irresistible Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls for Easy Meals

These Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls combine vibrant ingredients with the sweet and spicy essence of Thailand, perfect for gluten-free meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking
  • 2 cups Water or Coconut Milk Liquid for cooking quinoa
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Kale Massage with oil and salt
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts Optional
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chopped
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Chopped
For the Protein
  • 1-2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded or sliced
For the Dressing & Garnish
  • to taste Sweet Chili Dressing Homemade or store-bought
  • to taste tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional garnish
  • to taste tablespoons Green Onions Chopped
  • to taste tablespoons Cilantro Optional garnish

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine rinsed quinoa and water or coconut milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
    Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls
  2. Prepare the kale by removing stems, massaging leaves with oil and salt. Set aside.
    Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls
  3. Shred carrots, chop red bell pepper, and slice red cabbage. Add these along with pineapple and bean sprouts to the kale.
    Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls
  4. Once quinoa is cooked, fluff with a fork and add to the bowl with vegetables. Mix in cooked chicken.
    Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls
  5. Drizzle sweet chili dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
    Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls
  6. Divide the mixture among serving bowls and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro if desired.
    Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Buddha Bowls

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate until ready to serve.

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