Description
A vibrant and healthy grilled chicken bowl featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with smoky spices, served over a bed of rice or quinoa, fresh veggies, and topped with a creamy, zesty avocado sauce. This colorful bowl is perfect for a nourishing meal packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn (grilled or thawed from frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red cabbage, shredded
- Fresh cilantro or lime wedges for garnish
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water (more if needed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful spice rub. Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken pieces to ensure thorough seasoning.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and juices run clear. Once cooked, remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes to retain moisture, then slice into strips.
- Make the creamy avocado sauce: While the chicken cooks, combine the ripe avocado, plain Greek yogurt, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and water in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding extra water if necessary to adjust the consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa evenly among four bowls. Arrange the sliced grilled chicken on top, followed by cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, diced cucumber, and shredded red cabbage. Drizzle each bowl with the creamy avocado sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges for an added fresh kick.
Notes
- Feel free to customize this bowl with your favorite seasonal vegetables for variety.
- The creamy avocado sauce can also be used as a dip or salad dressing for other meals.
- For meal prep, store the cooked components separately and assemble just before eating to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
