Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of a Chipotle Chicken Bowl, a delightful dish that marries succulent grilled chicken marinated in zesty chipotle sauce with a hearty base of fluffy brown rice or quinoa. Topped with fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and your choice of toppings, this bowl is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, its customizable nature allows you to adjust ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Dive into this flavor-packed meal that is sure to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Chipotle sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup brown rice or quinoa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- Fresh vegetables (bell peppers, red onions, tomatoes)
- 1 avocado
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken breasts with chipotle sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the grain: Prepare brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Grill the chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble the bowl: Layer cooked rice or quinoa as the base in serving bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken, black beans, corn, diced veggies, and avocado.
- Add toppings: Finish with optional toppings like cheese, sour cream, or cilantro and drizzle with extra chipotle sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg