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Chipotle Chicken Bowl

  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop or Grill
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Description

A flavorful, satisfying Chipotle Chicken Bowl layered with smoky marinated chicken, hearty rice, fresh toppings, and creamy guacamole. Perfect for a customizable meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs or breasts

2 cups cooked brown rice

1 cup black beans

1 cup corn kernels

1 cup pico de gallo

2 cups chopped romaine lettuce

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup guacamole

2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Whisk together chipotle in adobo, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.

2. Coat chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

3. Cook chicken in a skillet or grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.

4. Let chicken rest, then slice.

5. Warm the rice, beans, and corn.

6. Assemble bowls with rice at the base, topped with chicken, beans, corn, pico de gallo, lettuce, cheese, and guacamole.

7. Optional: add sour cream, lime wedges, or hot sauce to taste.

8. Serve immediately or store components separately for later use.


Notes

Store cooked chicken, rice, and beans for up to 4 days in the fridge.

Fresh toppings like lettuce and guacamole should be stored separately.

Reheat chicken and grains before serving for best results.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 21g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: chipotle chicken bowl, meal prep, healthy dinner