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Chipotle Chicken Bowls

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4.9 from 125 reviews

Chipotle Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and satisfying meal, combining tender chicken, fluffy grains, and fresh toppings. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • Avocado slices
  • Salsa
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Bell peppers
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, chipotle peppers, minced garlic, lime juice, and brown sugar. Add chicken breasts to coat well; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. 3. Prepare Your Base: While the chicken cooks, prepare rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
  4. 4. Chop Your Veggies: Dice your preferred toppings while the chicken is cooking.
  5. 5. Assemble Your Bowls: Layer the cooked rice or quinoa in each bowl; slice the cooked chicken and place it on top.
  6. 6. Add Toppings: Finish with avocado slices, salsa, and other toppings of your choice.

Notes

  • For added flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if time allows.
  • Feel free to swap rice for quinoa or include black beans for extra protein.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg