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SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BOWL | HIGH PROTEIN DINNER

Potatoes - 140g - 101.81 cals - 24.8 carbs - 0 fat - 2.5g protein

Grilled chicken - 6oz - 200 cals - 2g carbs - 2g fat - 42g protein

Shredded cheese - 14g - 40 calories - .5 carbs - 3g fat - 4g protein

Queso - 31g - 35 cals - 2g carbs - 2.5g fat - 1g protein

Black beans - 65g - 55 cals - 10.5 carbs - 0g fat - 3.5g protein

Corn - 62.5g - 30 cals - 6.5 carbs - .5 fat - .5 protein

Salsa - 30ml - 10 cals - 2 carbs - 0 fat - 0 protein

**added after heating up daily**

Guac - 16.5g - 20 cals - 1.5 carbs - 1.75 fat - .5 protein

**added after heating up daily**

Dinner totals - 491.51 cals - 47.82 carbs - 9.75 fat - 54 protein

#highproteindinner #highproteinmeals #mealprep #mealpreprecipes #lowcaloriemeal

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I've been meal prepping this Southwest Chicken Bowl for several weeks now, and it’s quickly become one of my favorite high-protein dinners. The balance of ingredients like grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and potatoes provides not only great taste but also sustained energy throughout the evening. Adding shredded cheese and queso gives it that creamy texture, while fresh salsa and guacamole added after heating keep the flavors vibrant and fresh. From my experience, prepping these bowls in advance makes weeknight dinners so much easier, especially when you want to stay on track with your nutrition goals. The high protein content (around 54 grams) supports muscle recovery and keeps you feeling full without excess calories — coming in at just under 500 calories per bowl. One tip I’ve found helpful is using pre-cooked or leftover grilled chicken to save time. Also, rinsing canned black beans reduces sodium, and choosing fresh or frozen corn adds fiber and vitamins. You can easily swap out ingredients depending on your preferences or dietary needs; for example, swapping potatoes for cauliflower rice cuts carbs but maintains volume. Overall, this bowl strikes a perfect balance between flavor, nutrition, and convenience — perfect if you're following #mealprep or #highproteindinner routines. I've shared this with friends who were surprised at how satisfying and tasty a 'healthy' meal can be. If you're looking for a low-calorie, high-protein meal that you can quickly assemble or prepare ahead, this Southwest Chicken Bowl is definitely worth trying.

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