Keto Bowls Fresh Vegetables Chicken (Printable)

Fresh vegetables, spiced chicken, and creamy avocado dressing come together in these vibrant low-carb bowls.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables & Base

06 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
07 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
08 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
09 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 small avocado, sliced

→ Toppings

12 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
13 - 1 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
14 - 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Lime wedges for serving

→ Avocado Dressing

16 - 1 ripe avocado
17 - 2 tbsp full-fat Greek yogurt
18 - 2 tbsp olive oil
19 - Juice of 1 lime
20 - 1 garlic clove, minced
21 - Salt and pepper to taste
22 - 2-3 tbsp water to thin as needed

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine diced chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Chop cucumber, slice red bell pepper, halve cherry tomatoes, shred cabbage, and slice avocado while chicken cooks.
04 - Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until creamy and pourable.
05 - Divide romaine lettuce among 4 serving bowls. Arrange cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, red cabbage, avocado slices, and cooked chicken on top of the lettuce.
06 - Drizzle avocado dressing generously over each bowl. Top with shredded cheese, pumpkin seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The creamy avocado dressing ties everything together into something you will actually crave
  • You can prep everything in advance and assemble in minutes for busy weekdays
02 -
  • The dressing thickens in the fridge so thin it with a little water right before serving
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking so it stays juicy
03 -
  • Taste the dressing before you serve it and adjust the lime or salt to your liking
  • Use a sharp knife for the vegetables so everything looks and feels fresh and crisp

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