This garlic chicken rice bowl is an easy high protein budget lunch made with simple ingredients for under $5. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, and busy weekdays.
Approximate Total Cost
Estimated Total Price: $4.83
Prices may vary depending on store, location, and product brands.
Ingredients :
- 200 g chicken breast (7 oz) — about $2.20
- 120 g cooked rice (3/4 cup) — about $0.55
- 80 g broccoli florets (1 cup) — about $0.70
- 60 g carrots, sliced (1/2 cup) — about $0.35
- 1 garlic clove, minced — about $0.10
- 1 tbsp soy sauce — about $0.18
- 1 tbsp olive oil — about $0.35
- Salt and black pepper to taste — about $0.10
- Green onion for garnish — about $0.30
Instructions :
Step 1
Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
Step 2
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic, broccoli, and carrots. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables become slightly tender.
Step 5
Pour in the soy sauce and stir everything together.
Step 6
Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix well until heated through.
Step 7
Serve warm and garnish with chopped green onion.
Nutrition Per Serving :
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Protein: 34 g
- Carbs: 33 g
- Fat: 17 g
Tips :
- Use frozen vegetables for an even cheaper version.
- Add chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Brown rice works great for more fiber.
- Meal prep leftovers for lunch the next day.
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