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Assorted vibrant kids lunch boxes, bento style, filled with healthy snacks and colorful food.

Rainbow Veggie & Chicken Power Bento

This vibrant and healthy bento box features a colorful assortment of vegetables, chicken, pasta, and fruits, making it a perfect and convenient meal for lunch or on-the-go.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 bento
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup cooked pasta e.g., rotini or penne
  • 1/4 cup carrot sticks
  • 1/4 cup cucumber slices
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper strips
  • 1/4 cup green grapes halved for young children
  • 1/4 cup strawberries sliced
  • 2 tbsp hummus in a small, leak-proof container
  • 1/4 cup whole-grain crackers
  • small hard-boiled egg sliced
Optional Additions
  • Lemon juice for apple slices, if added
  • Silicone cupcake liners optional, for extra separation
  • Fun food picks optional

Equipment

  • Bento box
  • Small, leak-proof container
  • Insulated lunch bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Plan your bento components, including cooked chicken and pasta, a variety of colorful vegetables, and sweet fruits.
  2. Cook and cool the chicken and pasta, then slice all vegetables, fruits, and the hard-boiled egg.
Assembling the Bento
  1. Place the cooked chicken and pasta in separate main compartments of your bento box.
  2. Add the sliced hard-boiled egg to a separate section, and fill other compartments with carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and red bell pepper strips, arranging them neatly.
  3. Dedicate sections for the halved grapes and sliced strawberries to create a colorful contrast.
  4. Place whole-grain crackers in a separate compartment and pour hummus into a small, leak-proof container within the bento box.
  5. Optionally, use silicone cupcake liners or fun food picks for extra separation or visual appeal.
  6. Ensure the bento box lid is tightly closed and pack it in an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack if needed.

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and fruits based on seasonal availability and personal preference. Ensure all ingredients are cooled before packing to maintain freshness and safety. For younger children, always halve grapes to prevent choking hazards.