Chipotle Lime Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

For the Bowl:

– 1½ lbs chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
– Juice + zest of 1 lime
– Salt & pepper, to taste

Toppings:

– 1 ripe avocado, sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved and lightly seared
– 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels
– 1/2 avocado, diced (for corn mix)
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 2 cups cooked white rice

For the Sauce:

– 3 tablespoons mayo or Greek yogurt
– Juice of 1 lime
– 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
– Dash of chipotle seasoning or hot sauce

 

Directions

– Marinate chicken with olive oil, chipotle powder, lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
– Grill or pan-cook the chicken over medium heat until nicely charred and cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
– Sear cherry tomatoes briefly for added flavor.
– In a small bowl, mix corn, diced avocado, and a pinch of salt.
– Whisk together the sauce ingredients until smooth.
– In each bowl, layer rice, sliced chicken, avocado, tomato, and corn mix.
– Drizzle with the creamy chipotle lime sauce and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.