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
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
1 pound chicken breasts, thinly sliced 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 (approximately one 8-ounce bag) for Barbecue Chicken Bowls
1 cup diced cucumber for Barbecue Chicken Bowls
1 avocado for Barbecue Chicken Bowls
2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice for low-carb) for Barbecue Chicken Bowls
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (204ยฐC) to get ready for baking.
2-Mix seasoning: Mix all the BBQ seasoning ingredients in a small bowl for even flavor.
3-Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with the BBQ seasoning you just made.
4-Prepare BBQ sauce: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the BBQ sauce ingredients and simmer on low heat while the chicken cooks.
5-Heat oil: Heat 1 Tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6-Cook chicken: Cook the chicken for 4 minutes per side, then set it aside to rest.
7-Add vegetables: Remove the skillet from heat, add 4 cups shredded red cabbage and 2 cups shredded carrots, and toss them together.
8-Combine chicken and sauce: Place the chicken on top of the cabbage and carrots, then coat each piece with the BBQ sauce.
9-Bake and broil: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, then broil for an additional 5 minutes for a caramelized finish.
10-Slice chicken: Remove the chicken and slice it into bite-sized pieces to make assembly easy.
11-Assemble bowls: Assemble the bowls by layering 2 cups cooked rice, the vegetable mixture, sliced BBQ chicken, 1 cup diced cucumber, slices from 1 avocado, and drizzle with the remaining BBQ sauce.
Last Step:
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๐ฝ๏ธ Season chicken generously to maximize flavor.
๐ฅ Use a cast iron skillet for best sear and oven compatibility or a ceramic-coated skillet.
๐ Broil after baking for a crispy caramelized finish; extend broil time for more crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Searing, Baking, Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 489
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 1095mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
