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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls

Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls
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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls are a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that will bring joy to your table! Combining marinated chicken thighs with zesty cilantro lime rice, creamy avocado salsa, and a smoky chipotle sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting friends, these bowls are customizable and sure to impress. Enjoy the bright flavors and nutritious ingredients that make every bite a delight!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (finely diced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 ripe avocados (cubed)
  • 1/3 cup cilantro (finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups cooked cilantro lime rice
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 1/2 cups corn
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1–2 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by whisking together lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, honey, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook cilantro lime rice by mixing cooked rice with fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  3. Blend chipotle sauce ingredients until smooth.
  4. Prepare avocado salsa by combining diced avocados, chopped cilantro, red onion, lime juice, and salt.
  5. Bake marinated chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  6. Assemble bowls: start with rice base, layer with black beans, corn, sliced chicken, avocado salsa, and drizzle with chipotle sauce.

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