Lemon herb chicken with farro and roasted vegetables
Healthy Chicken Farro Bowls
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4
4 bowls
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Healthy Chicken Farro Bowls
Lemon herb chicken with farro and roasted vegetables
A sturdy meal-prep bowl with lemon herb chicken, nutty farro, and roasted vegetables that stays appealing for multiple lunches.
20m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
50m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Farro is one of the best meal-prep grains because it keeps its chew and does not collapse after a day in the fridge. Pair it with chicken and roasted vegetables and you have a lunch that still tastes like an actual meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup farro
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- 1
Cook the farro until tender and drain it if needed.
- 2
Roast the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper until browned.
- 3
Season and cook the chicken, then slice it.
- 4
Toss some lemon juice and oregano into the farro.
- 5
Build bowls with farro, vegetables, and chicken.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
Substitutions
FarroQuinoa
Quinoa keeps the bowls lighter and gluten-free
ChickenChickpeas
Chickpeas make it vegetarian while keeping the Mediterranean feel
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Olive Oil
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the olive oil matters
On recipes like this, olive oil is not just a background fat. A better bottle gives you cleaner flavor and a better finish.
This is one of the few pantry upgrades that keeps paying off every time you cook in this lane.
- Useful in dressings, sauces, and finishing
- Improves flavor without changing the recipe structure
A good bottle of olive oil is one of the safest pantry upgrades for Mediterranean and Italian cooking.
Shop olive oil for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
A spoonful of hummus or yogurt sauce makes the bowls feel less dry after chilling.
Farro can be cooked ahead and held well for several days.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheating
Reheat gently or enjoy at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 bowl) · 4 servings
Calories430
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein31g
Carbohydrates35g
Fat18g
Fiber6g
Sugar5g
Sodium310mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use quinoa instead?
- Yes. Quinoa makes the bowls a bit lighter and gluten-free.
- What vegetables work best?
- Anything roast-friendly works, but zucchini, peppers, and onions are especially easy.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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