If you’re looking for an easy lunch that actually keeps you full all afternoon, these BBQ Ranch Chicken Power Bowls are about to become your new favorite meal prep recipe.
Made with juicy BBQ chicken, sauteed vegetables, roasted potatoes, and a creamy homemade BBQ Ranch drizzle, these chicken power bowls are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy ingredients to help fuel your day. They’re naturally gluten free, made with clean, whole foods, and perfect for meal prepping lunches for the week.
Whether you’re trying to eat healthier, lose weight, build muscle, or simply have a delicious grab-and-go lunch waiting in the refrigerator, these healthy chicken power bowls check every box.
Why You’ll Love These Chicken Power Bowls
- High in Protein. Packed with 53g of protein per serving, these chicken power bowls will keep you full and satisfied for hours!
- Whole Food Based. These bowls are healthy, clean, and whole food based with minimally processed ingredients leading to better health and wellness.
- Gluten Free. If you’re sensitive to gluten, like myself, you’ll love these gluten free bowls. No bloating, indigestion, gas, or inflammation!
- Meal Prep Friendly. Best of all, these chicken power bowls are meal prep friendly. They’ll last in the fridge for up to 5 days.
These bowls taste just as good on day five as they do on day one, making them one of my favorite meal prep recipes.
What Is a Power Bowl?
A power bowl is simply a balanced meal served in a bowl that combines some sort of protein, complex carb, vegetables, and healthy fat(s). Instead of relying on processed ingredients, power bowls focus on nutrient-dense foods that provide lasting energy.
These BBQ Ranch Chicken Power Bowls include:
- Lean chicken breast for protein
- Roasted Potatoes for complex carbohydrates
- Sauteed vegetables for fiber and nutrients
- Homemade BBQ Ranch dressing for healthy fats, protein, and incredible flavor
The combination creates a satisfying meal that leaves you feeling energized instead of sluggish.
How to Make BBQ Ranch Chicken Power Bowls
Step 1: Bake the Chicken
Season the chicken generously before baking until tender and juicy. Toss it with your favorite gluten-free BBQ sauce once fully cooked. I like the BBQ sauce from the Primal Kitchen brand.
Step 2: Roast the Potatoes
Season and roast the baby potatoes until fork tender. This adds a layer of savoriness to the bowls plus provides a complex carb to increase fullness.
Step 3: Saute the Veggies
In a skillet, saute the bell pepper, onion, and corn until tender. Feel free to add some black beans for a fiber boost.
Step 4: Make the BBQ Ranch Sauce
Whisk together plain greek yogurt (protein boost), BBQ sauce, and ranch seasoning for a major flavor booster to these power bowls.
Step 5: Assemble the Meal Prep Containers
I like to pre-portion out 5 individual servings for a grab and go lunch throughout the week. You can layer each container with the BBQ chicken, roasted potatoes, sauteed veggies, and then drizzle the BBQ Ranch sauce over top when ready to serve!
Variations and Substitutions
- Roasted Potatoes. Try swapping the roasted potatoes with roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, or brown rice for a different carb option.
- Greek Yogurt. If you’re looking for a dairy free meal, try swapping out the greek yogurt with a plain dairy free yogurt when making the sauce.
- Fiber Boost. Add black beans for an easy fiber boost!
- Toppings. Some healthy toppings that would be a great addition to these chicken power bowls include avocado, pico de gallo, sauerkraut, jalapenos, or even shredded cheese
Storage Instructions
Store assembled bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to four days.
The ranch dressing can be refrigerated separately for up to five days.
These bowls are best enjoyed fresh and are not recommended for freezing due to the fresh vegetables and yogurt-based dressing.
More Healthy Meal Prep Recipes
If you’re on the search for more healthy meal prep ideas, like these BBQ Ranch Chicken Power Bowls, here are few of my favorites.
- Freezer Friendly Breakfast Burritos – high protein, perfect for breakfast prep
- Chickpea Pasta Salad – gluten free, high protein lunch idea
- 6 High Protein Salad Meal Prep Ideas – packed with fiber and nutrients
- Grain Free Meatloaf Muffins – great for lunch or dinner prep
BBQ Ranch Chicken Power Bowls (meal prep)
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Equipment
Ingredients
For the Roasted Potatoes:
- 24 oz Baby Potatoes, halved
- 1 Tbsp Avocado Oil
- 1 tsp EACH of Sea Salt, Garlic Powder, Paprika, Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs Chicken Breasts, cut into small cubes
- 1 tsp EACH of Sea Salt, Garlic Powder, Italian Seasoning, and Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 C. BBQ Sauce (I like the Primal Kitchen one)
For the Sauteed Veggies:
- 1 Tbsp Avocado Oil
- 2 Bell Peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 Red Onion, chopped
- 1 C. Corn, drained and rinsed
- Sea Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, to taste
BBQ Ranch Sauce:
- 1/2 C. Plain Non-Fat Greek Yogurt
- 2 Tbsp BBQ Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Ranch Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Water
Instructions
For the Roasted Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add all potato ingredients to a mixing bowl and toss until potatoes are fully coated with the seasonings.
- Spread potatoes evenly onto the baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes or until fork tender.
For the Chicken:
- Cut the chicken breasts into small 1-inch cubes. Season with seasonings (not including the bbq sauce).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the chicken along with a splash of water, cover with a lid, and cook until done (stirring occasionally to cook evenly on all sides).
- Once the chicken is fully cooked through, remove the lid, and continue cooking until any excess liquid (from the water) has evaporated. Then, stir in the BBQ sauce and transfer the chicken to a bowl and set aside.
For the Veggies:
- In the same skillet, add all of the sauteed veggie ingredients.
- Saute until onions are translucent and bell peppers are fork tender.
For the BBQ Ranch Sauce:
- Add all sauce ingredients to a bowl and whisk to combine.
Assembly:
- Layer each meal prep container in this order for maximum freshness – BBQ chicken, roasted potatoes, sauteed veggies.
- Transfer the sauce into sauce cups and drizzle it over the bowls when ready to serve (after heating the bowls up). One serving of the sauce is equal to 2 Tbsp.
Notes
- Containers. These are the glass meal prep containers I use for these power bowls.
- Macros. The macro count includes one bowl plus 2 Tbsp of the sauce.
- BBQ Sauce. I like the Primal Kitchen sauce. It’s very “clean” with minimal ingredients. But, any BBQ Sauce works with this recipe.
This was delicious. Since I wasn’t able to find the Primal Kitchen BBQ sauce, I substituted with Unsweetened Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce. I will definitely keep this in rotation.
So glad you enjoyed it! Sweet baby ray’s is my husbands fave 🙂
These bowls were so good! The recommended seasonings were tasty and it was so satisfying. Corn was a nice addition to the vegetable mixture. Will be making these again!
Just made this today. Pretty easy to make and SUPER delicious. Thank you for the recipe!