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Taha Ayad

Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls

Sweet and spicy Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls with juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and avocado corn salsa. Clear steps, tested timing, dependable results.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 470
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 chipotle chile in adobo
  • 1 tbsp adobo sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ½ lime juiced
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 jalapeño
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • Queso fresco or cotija cheese
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Whisk olive oil, chipotle, adobo sauce, honey, lime juice, and spices.
  2. Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour.
  3. Cook chicken on a grill or skillet over medium-high heat until done.
  4. Rest the chicken, then slice.
  5. Mix corn, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and seasoning.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, salsa, and cheese.

Notes

  1. Do not overcook the chicken; honey can burn quickly.
  2. Add avocado to the salsa just before serving for best texture.
  3. Store chicken, rice, and salsa separately for leftovers.
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