Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
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1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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2 tbsp adobo sauce (from chipotle peppers in adobo)
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2 tsp chipotle chili powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp cumin
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Cilantro Lime Rice:
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1 cup white or brown rice
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2 cups water or broth
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Zest and juice of 1 lime
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¼ cup chopped cilantro
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Salt, to taste
For the Beans:
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1 (15 oz) can black or pinto beans, drained
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Corn Salsa:
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1 cup corn
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¼ cup red onion, diced
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¼ cup cilantro, chopped
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1 jalapeño, diced
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Juice of ½ lime
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Pinch of salt
For the Guacamole:
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2 ripe avocados
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¼ cup red onion, minced
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¼ cup chopped cilantro
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt, to taste
Toppings (Optional):
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Shredded cheese
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Sour cream
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Salsa or pico de gallo
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Lettuce
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Tortilla chips
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken
Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl, add chicken, toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes (or overnight). -
Cook the Rice
Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff and mix with lime juice, zest, cilantro, olive oil, and salt. -
Cook the Chicken
Grill or pan-sear chicken 5–7 mins per side until fully cooked. Rest 5 mins, then chop. -
Warm the Beans
Heat in a small pan with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and a splash of water. -
Make Corn Salsa & Guac
Mix corn salsa and mash guac ingredients in separate bowls. Adjust lime and salt to taste. -
Assemble the Bowls
Start with rice, then layer chicken, beans, salsa, guac, and toppings. Serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
Double the rice and chicken to meal prep lunch bowls for the week!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: ~600 (varies by toppings)