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Mango Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

A colorful and nutritious dish featuring grilled chicken, ripe mango, crunchy bell peppers, and black beans, served over wholesome brown rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American, Healthy, Tropical
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts Skinless, boneless
  • 1 piece ripe mango, diced
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice Can substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice
  • 1 piece bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 piece avocado, sliced Best added before serving to prevent browning
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh lime juice preferred
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
  2. Grill or pan-cook the chicken until fully cooked and golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes and then slice into strips.
Assembly
  1. In meal prep containers, layer the cooked brown rice as the base.
  2. Add the sliced grilled chicken on top, followed by the diced mango, chopped bell pepper, and black beans.
  3. Top each bowl with slices of avocado and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Storage
  1. Store meal prep bowls in the fridge for up to 4 days. Enjoy them cold or gently reheated!

Notes

For meal prep bowls that stay fresh longer, slice the avocado just before serving. Consider marinating the chicken for an hour before cooking for added flavor.
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