Spicy Harissa Quark Chicken Power Bowl

This Spicy Harissa Quark Chicken Power Bowl is a protein-packed meal perfect for fitness enthusiasts. Featuring zesty harissa-marinated chicken and creamy, high-protein quark, this dish combines bold flavors with nutritional benefits, ideal for dinner post-workout recovery.

• 45 g protein
• 450 kcal
• 40 min total time
• 2 servings

Ingredients

• 175 g Quark
• 250 g Chicken breast
• 2 tbsp Harissa paste
• 100 g Quinoa
• 1 cup Spinach
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Cucumbers
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Cilantro
• 1 tsp Chili flakes

Method

1. In a bowl, mix 100g of quark with 2 tablespoons of harissa paste, salt, and pepper.
2. Add 250g of chicken breast cut into strips to the quark mixture, coating well. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, prepare 100g of quinoa according to package instructions.
6. In a separate bowl, prepare a salad mix with 1 cup of chopped spinach, 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes halved, and 1/4 cup of sliced cucumbers.
7. To assemble the bowl, divide the cooked quinoa and salad mix into two serving bowls.
8. Top with cooked chicken and an additional 75g of quark drizzled with a teaspoon of lemon juice.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of chili flakes for extra heat.