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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls

Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls
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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and nutritious meal that combines juicy chicken thighs with zesty cilantro lime rice, creamy avocado salsa, and smoky chipotle sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to cater to your taste preferences. The marinade infuses rich flavors into the chicken, while the fresh toppings add a burst of color and nutrition. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or enjoying a family feast, these bowls will impress everyone at the table.

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 well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook your cilantro lime rice if not pre-cooked; mix in fresh cilantro and lime juice.
  3. Prepare avocado salsa by combining cubed avocados, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Blend the chipotle sauce ingredients until smooth.
  5. Preheat oven or air fryer to 400°F. Cook marinated chicken for 20-25 minutes in the oven or 14-18 minutes in the air fryer until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Let the chicken rest before slicing and assembling your bowls: start with rice, then layer black beans, corn, sliced chicken, avocado salsa, and drizzle with chipotle sauce.

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