Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl, featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh avocado corn salsa, and perfectly cooked rice, all garnished with cheese and herbs for a vibrant meal.
Ingredients
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Honey Chipotle Chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 chipotle Chile in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 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
Avocado Corn Salsa
- 1 cup grilled fresh corn or defrosted frozen corn
- 1 avocado peeled and diced
- 1 jalapeño seeds and veins removed, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
- Lime wedges and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together olive oil, chopped chipotle, adobo sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Place chicken breasts in a resealable freezer bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag, massage to coat evenly, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat (around 400-425°F). Oil the grates or pan lightly. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing or dicing.
- Prepare the Avocado Corn Salsa: In a bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, diced avocado, diced jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice into four serving bowls. Top each with sliced or diced chicken, an ample spoon of avocado corn salsa, and sprinkle with crumbled cheese. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour for maximum flavor; longer marination enhances taste.
- Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño.
- Use freshly grilled corn for a smoky flavor, or thaw frozen corn if fresh isn’t available.
- Serve the bowls immediately for the best texture and freshness.
- You can substitute cotija cheese with feta or shredded mozzarella based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 69 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
