Quick Chicken Bulgur with Courgette

Michaela from Fit Recipes By Michaela
Published 8 months ago
3 ratings

Chicken breast, bulgur and courgette cooked into a simple dinner that is ready in about 30 minutes. The bulgur makes it filling, the courgette keeps it light, and a spoonful of ricotta or cream cheese can be stirred in at the end if you want it a little creamier.

Quick Chicken Bulgur with Courgette
category One-Pot
meal type Dinner
difficulty Easy
Preparation in 10 minutes
Cooks in 20 minutes
Serves 4

Nutrition

  • Calories 315kcal 102kcal
  • Fat 4.9g 1.6g
  • Carbs 30.8g 10.0g
  • Proteins 36.3g 11.8g
  • Fibre 4.4g 1.4g

Ingredients

  • Main Recipe

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Why I Like this Recipe

I like this recipe because it is plain in the best way. There is no heavy sauce or long list of ingredients, just chicken, bulgur, courgette and onion cooked into something warm and filling. It is easy to make on a weekday and the leftovers reheat well for lunch the next day.

Tips and Variations

  • You can swap bulgur for quinoa if you want it gluten-free, or use couscous for a change.
  • Try adding grated carrot or peppers for more colour and extra nutrients.
  • Turkey breast works well too if you want a leaner option.
  • For a vegetarian version, I sometimes use chickpeas or lentils instead of chicken.
  • A spoonful of low-fat cream cheese makes it creamy. Fresh herbs like parsley, coriander, or basil add a nice touch.
  • I like to serve it hot with cucumber sticks or a simple green salad on the side.
  • It’s great for meal prep and reheats well for lunch the next day.

Meal Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan with a splash of water or in the microwave until hot.

Freezer tips

If you want to keep it longer, freeze it in portions for up to 2 months.

Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Frequently Asked Question

Yes, brown bulgur works well, but cooking time will be slightly longer compared to fine bulgur.
Absolutely! Just replace the chicken with cooked lentils, chickpeas, or tofu for a plant-based version.
Yes, it freezes well for up to 2 months. Store in portions for easy meal prep.
Add paprika, cumin, or a little curry powder to give the dish more flavour.
Yes, just stir it in near the end of cooking so it heats through without drying out.

Closing Note

Serve this chicken bulgur warm, with the courgette soft and the grains still a little loose rather than dry. It is a useful recipe for busy evenings and works well for meal prep too. For another easy chicken and bulgur dinner, try this simple chicken and bulgur recipe

  • đź’Ş High Protein
  • 🪶 Low Fat
  • ⏱️ Ready in 30
  • 🧊 Freezer Friendly

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Mark
Aoife
I made this for dinner. It's light, tasty, and really easy to cook. Since everything cooks in one pan, it's perfect for busy days.
Olivia
Great easy recipe for family. We really enjoyed this one. Definitely I will do it again

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