Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any day of the week. This recipe features tender and flavorful chicken cooked in a smoky and spicy chipotle sauce, served over a bed of fluffy and fragrant rice. The dish is also topped with fresh and colourful toppings such as Chile lime, guacamole, and cilantro. Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls are a perfect way to enjoy a restaurant-style meal at home and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. It is easy to follow and can be made with simple ingredients that are readily available at most supermarkets. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a hearty and satisfying lunch.
Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken cut into small pieces
For the chicken:
- 3/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
- 2 tbsp cumin
- 2 tbsp coriander
- 2 tbsp garlic crushed
- 1 can chipotle peppers
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 unit lime Juice of 2 limes
Not for the marinade:
- 1 unit onion chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic chopped
- 1 unit corn Roasted
- Chile lime seasoning from Trader Joe’s
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Blend all the marinade ingredients and marinate your chicken with it and set aside for an hour or so
- In a pan heat a little oil and add the chopped onion and garlic and cook till fragrant
- Now add the chicken and stir well. Let tat cook on medium flame till done.
- Set aside
For the rice:
- Make 3 cups of rice as per package instructions
- As soon as it’s done, fluff it and add the juice of 2 limes and 1 cup of very finely chopped cilantro and salt to taste.
- Gently mix well and voila you have cilantro lime rice
- Season your corn with Chile lime seasoning
- Place desired amount of rice in a bowl making a well in the middle.
- Place some chicken in the well
- You can add the guacamole or sliced avocado on the side and add corn on the other side
- Garnish with shredded cheese and Chile lime seasoning and enjoy!
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