Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Chipotle Chicken Bowl, a hearty and satisfying meal bursting with fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup rice (brown or white)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- Salsa for topping
Instructions
- Wash and dice the bell peppers; rinse rice.
- Boil water in a saucepan, add rice and simmer until cooked (15-20 minutes for brown rice).
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken; coat with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Start with a base of rice, top with sliced chicken, corn, bell peppers, lettuce, and salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use seasonal vegetables for freshness. Adjust spice levels based on preference; add more chili powder for extra heat.