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Description
High Protein Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls featuring tender chicken marinated in a sweet and spicy honey chipotle sauce, served over rice with black beans, corn, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (brown or white), for serving
- Black beans, for serving
- Corn, for serving
- Sliced avocado, for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, finely chopped chipotle chile, adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, garlic powder, ground cumin, chopped fresh cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a freezer bag or a shallow dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, and up to 4 hours, for the best flavor.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat a grill or a large skillet to medium-high heat (around 400-425°F / 200-220°C). Lightly oil the grates or skillet. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the hot surface and cook for approximately 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and slice: Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before dicing or slicing into bite-sized pieces. This helps keep the chicken juicy.
- Assemble the bowls: Prepare your desired rice and other bowl components (such as warmed black beans and corn).
- Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the honey chipotle chicken, black beans, corn, and sliced avocado. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for an extra squeeze of citrus.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour for optimal flavor, up to 4 hours.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temperature for safety.
- Suggested sides are flexible; adjust based on preference.
- High in protein due to chicken and customizable for dietary needs.