A vibrant and flavorful chicken bowl inspired by Baja cuisine, featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty sauce served over rice.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
15min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 cup cilantro
- 1 cup corn
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup rice
- to taste salt
Directions
Step 1
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3
Grill the chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it rest before slicing.
Step 4
Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
Step 5
In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and sliced avocado.
Step 6
Top the rice mixture with the grilled chicken slices.
Step 7
Garnish with chopped cilantro and additional lime juice if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your Baja Chicken Bowl.