Description
A smoky and flavorful chipotle chicken bowl loaded with marinated grilled chicken, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, corn, and fresh toppings a healthy and customizable meal that beats takeout any day.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tbsp adobo sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 cups cooked cilantro-lime rice
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for more flavor).
3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and nicely charred.
4. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
5. Assemble bowls by layering cilantro-lime rice, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
6. Top with sliced chipotle chicken and avocado.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
8. Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.
Notes
For extra heat, add jalapeño slices or an extra spoon of adobo sauce.
Swap rice for cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
These bowls are perfect for meal prep and stay fresh for up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chipotle chicken bowl, healthy meal prep, burrito bowl, grilled chicken rice bowl, smoky chicken recipe