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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls Recipe

Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls Recipe

Are you looking for a fresh dinner? This Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls Recipe is perfect. It is healthy. It is very fast to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Chef Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Citrus juicer
  • Rice Cooker
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs CHICKEN BREAST
  • 2 cups WHITE RICE
  • 1/4 cup OLIVE OIL
  • 3 tbsp LIME JUICE
  • 1/2 cup CILANTRO
  • 1 tsp CUMIN
  • 2 cloves GARLIC
  • 1 can BLACK BEANS
  • 1 cup CORN
  • 1 large AVOCADO
  • 1 tsp HONEY

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Rice Boil your rice until it is soft. Add lime juice. Stir in chopped cilantro. Keep it warm.
  • Prepare the Chicken Cut chicken into small cubes. Season with cumin and salt. Add minced garlic. Mix well.
  • Sear the Meat Heat oil in your skillet. Add the chicken pieces. Cook until they are golden brown.
  • Make the Sauce Whisk lime juice and honey together. Pour it over the cooked chicken. Let it glaze.
  • Prep the Veggies Rinse the black beans. Warm the corn. Slice the avocado into thin pieces.
  • Build the Bowl Put rice in the bottom. Add a scoop of chicken. Add beans and corn.
  • Add Toppings Place avocado on top. Garnish with more fresh cilantro. Squeeze extra lime.

Notes

➜ Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
➜ Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
➜ Let the chicken rest before serving it.
➜ Use basmati rice for a lighter bowl texture.
➜ Add red pepper flakes if you want heat.
➜ Season every layer with a pinch of salt.
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