04/06/2026
This Chicken & Quinoa Protein Bowl is everything you need for a balanced meal. It’s hearty, protein-packed, and dressed with a lemony tahini sauce that pulls it all together.
🔥 Why you’ll love it:
🍗 Chicken: Lean protein that keeps you feeling satisfied
🍠 Butternut squash: Creamy with a hint of sweetness
🌾 Quinoa: Full of fiber to keep you fuller longer
🎃 Pumpkin seeds: Adds a crunchy, nutty component to your salad.
🍋 Tahini dressing: Smooth, citrusy, and adds the perfect creaminess.
🛒 Ingredients (serves 4)
✔️ 2 cups cooked quinoa [can be pre-cooked, frozen]
✔️ 4 cups cooked chicken breast (diced or shredded)
✔️ 2 cups cubed butternut squash
✔️ 1/2 cup red onion, sliced
✔️ 8 cups arugula
✔️ 1 cup red grapes, halved
✔️ 3 Tbsp pumpkin seeds
🥣 Dressing:
✔️ 1/4 cup tahini
✔️ Juice of 1 lemon
✔️ 1 Tbsp olive oil
✔️ 1 Tbsp maple syrup
✔️ 1 garlic clove, minced
✔️ 1.5 cups water (to thin)
✔️ Salt & black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Quick Directions
➡️ Roast butternut squash at 400°F until tender
➡️ Prep all other ingredients
➡️ Whisk dressing until smooth
➡️ Toss everything in a bowl, drizzle, and serve!
✅ Pro tip: Add dressing just before serving to keep the arugula fresh and crisp.
