Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, either fresh or frozen
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes in the fridge or up to overnight for more flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Once hot, cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Once done, allow it to rest for 5 minutes and then slice it into strips.
- Prepare Your Base: While the chicken is cooking, prepare your rice according to package instructions.
- Build the Bowl: In large bowls, start with a generous scoop of cooked rice. Layer in black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and the sliced chicken.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese over your bowl, add the diced avocado, and a handful of chopped lettuce.
- Garnish: Finish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing!
Notes
For a quick version, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Feel free to swap rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg