Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl
Experience bold, vibrant flavors with this homemade Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl. Featuring tender grilled chicken over a bed of zesty cilantro lime rice, complemented by colorful bell peppers and protein-packed black beans, this dish is drizzled with smoky chipotle sauce for an extra kick. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to suit all taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked cilantro lime rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup chipotle sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and olive oil; let marinate for 5 minutes.
- Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced bell peppers in a splash of olive oil for about 5 minutes until tender.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked cilantro lime rice as the base. Top with grilled chicken slices, sautéed bell peppers, black beans, and drizzle with chipotle sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg