Chicken + Farro Glow Bowl

From Natalie’s Table

I’ve been making this bowl for years. It’s one of those meals I never get tired of because it’s simple, satisfying, and somehow tastes even better the next day. I love serving it warm for dinner, then enjoying the leftovers cold for lunch.

The farro is cooked in bone broth for extra nourishment, the chicken gets a little sesame oil for warmth, and I finish everything with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s become one of my favorite glow meals through every season.

Ingredients

For the Bowl

  • 1 cup pearled farro
  • 2 cups bone broth
  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Sea salt + freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 2–3 green onions, sliced

To Finish

  • Balsamic glaze
  • Fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)


Instructions

  1. Cook the farro in bone broth according to the package directions until tender.
  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F for 20–25 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Toss the warm chicken with the toasted sesame oil.
  5. Combine the farro, Brussels sprouts, and chicken.
  6. Top with chopped peanuts, sliced green onions, and a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon if you’d like a little extra brightness.

Serve warm or chilled—it’s equally delicious both ways.


Easy Swaps

  • Substitute grilled salmon or shrimp for the chicken.
  • Make it vegetarian with crispy tofu or roasted chickpeas.
  • Swap farro for quinoa or brown rice if needed.
  • Try pistachios, almonds, or pumpkin seeds instead of peanuts.
  • Add avocado for extra healthy fats.
  • Toss in baby spinach or arugula just before serving.


Why We Love These Ingredients

Farro
An ancient grain that’s rich in fiber and minerals to support steady energy and a healthy gut.

Bone Broth
Cooking the farro in bone broth adds incredible flavor while providing collagen-supporting amino acids and nutrients for the gut.

Brussels Sprouts
One of my favorite glow foods. Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and sulfur compounds that help support the body’s natural detoxification pathways.

Chicken
Provides high-quality protein to support healthy skin, muscles, and collagen production.

Olive Oil
A beautiful source of healthy fats and polyphenols that nourish skin from within.

Sesame Oil
Just a touch adds warmth, richness, and depth that brings the whole dish together.

Green Onions
Fresh, vibrant, and full of beneficial plant compounds that support overall wellness.

Balsamic Glaze
Adds the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity that ties every ingredient together—it’s the finishing touch I never skip.


Natalie’s Note

“This recipe has been on our table for years. It’s proof that nourishing food doesn’t have to be complicated. A handful of wholesome ingredients, prepared simply, often become the meals we come back to again and again. Those are my favorite kinds of recipes.” 

Love + Eat Well,

Natalie 

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