Description
A smoky, vibrant Chipotle Chicken Bowl layered with grilled marinated chicken, fluffy rice, beans, corn, guacamole, pico de gallo, cheese, and crisp lettuce. Bursting with flavor and completely customizable, it’s perfect for meal prep or a crowd-pleasing dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (or chipotle seasoning blend)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo (or your favorite salsa)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chipotle peppers in adobo, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, and salt. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
- Cook rice according to package instructions and fluff.
- Warm black beans and corn in a skillet or microwave, seasoning lightly if desired.
- Assemble bowls: start with rice, then top with chicken, beans, corn, lettuce, guacamole, pico de gallo, and cheese.
- Optionally garnish with lime wedges, cilantro, or hot sauce. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes