Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1 teaspoon dried minced onion (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1/2 teaspoon salt (for BBQ seasoning)
– 1/4 teaspoon pepper (for BBQ seasoning)
– or 3 tablespoons premade seasoning (as an alternative for BBQ seasoning)
– 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce (for BBQ sauce)
– 1/4 cup maple syrup (for BBQ sauce)
– 1/8 cup apple cider vinegar (for BBQ sauce)
– 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (for BBQ sauce)
– 1 tablespoon dried minced onion (for BBQ sauce)
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder (for BBQ sauce)
– 1 teaspoon salt (for BBQ sauce)
– 1/2 teaspoon pepper (for BBQ sauce)
– or 1 cup store-bought BBQ sauce (as a substitute for the sauce)
– 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts or thighs (for barbecue chicken bowls)
– 1 tablespoon avocado oil (for barbecue chicken bowls)
– 4 cups shredded red cabbage (for barbecue chicken bowls)
– 2 cups shredded carrots (for barbecue chicken bowls)
– 1 cup diced cucumber (for barbecue chicken bowls)
– 1 avocado (for barbecue chicken bowls)
– 2 cups cooked rice (white, quinoa, or cauliflower rice) (for barbecue chicken bowls)
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and mix the BBQ seasoning ingredients thoroughly before sprinkling them evenly over the chicken. This step infuses the meat with smoky flavors right from the start.
2-In a saucepan, combine all the BBQ sauce ingredients and let them simmer on low heat to blend the tastes perfectly.
3-Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the chicken for 4 minutes on each side until it’s nicely browned, and set it aside to rest.
4-Toss the shredded red cabbage and carrots briefly in the same skillet to add a bit of char, then place the chicken on top and coat everything with the prepared BBQ sauce.
5-Bake the mixture in the oven for 10 minutes, followed by broiling for 5 minutes to get those crispy, caramelized edges that make this dish irresistible.
6-Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces, then assemble your bowls by layering the cooked rice, cabbage, carrots, chicken, diced cucumber, and avocado slices. Finish with a drizzle of the remaining BBQ sauce for extra zest.
Last Step:
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🍳 Use a cast iron or ceramic-coated skillet for the best flavor and sear on the chicken
🔥 Do not skip the broiling step as it creates the crispy caramelization that makes this dish special
🥬 Customize with different grains like quinoa or cauliflower rice, and add your favorite vegetables for variety
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked and Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 489
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 1095
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 61
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 75