Chef Kevin Belton's Citrus Chicken Power Bowl

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Farro is nutritious and adds a chewy texture, while brown rice is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

avocado

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Hummus provides creaminess with fewer calories, while sour cream is a cost-effective alternative.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils are high in protein and fiber, while canned chickpeas are often less expensive.

Start by marinating the chicken in a mixture of 1/3 cup honey, 1/3 cup fresh squeezed orange juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon creole seasoning.

Add creole mustard and dijon mustard to the marinade, mixing well.

Cut chicken into strips and marinate for several hours or overnight if possible.

Heat a pan over high heat and add the marinated chicken along with the marinade.

Cook the chicken for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.

Prepare additional vegetables: slice jalapeno, red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, and chop broccoli.

Add the sliced vegetables to the pan in the last few minutes of cooking to soften them slightly.

Once the chicken is cooked and the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley and green onion.

For the power ball, process 2 cups of pitted dates in a food processor until clumpy.

Add almond slices, shredded coconut, and cocoa powder to the food processor with the dates and pulse until combined.

Form the mixture into balls and set aside.

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