Description
This Sweet & Smoky Grilled Chicken Bowl is a flavorful and balanced meal featuring smoky grilled chicken, creamy guacamole-inspired rice, fresh broccoli, and crunchy cucumber.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup cooked rice (preferably brown or white)
1 ripe avocado, mashed
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade, ensuring they are evenly covered. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- While the chicken is marinating, steam or blanch the broccoli florets until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
- For the guac rice, in a bowl, mix the cooked rice with mashed avocado, lime juice, and cilantro until well combined. Set aside.
- Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Slice the grilled chicken into strips.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the guac rice, broccoli, and cucumber slices into bowls. Top with the grilled chicken strips.
- Garnish with lime wedges and additional cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Vegetarian Option: Replace the chicken with grilled portobello mushrooms or tofu for a plant-based version.
Rice Alternative: Try quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
Additional Toppings: Consider adding salsa, sour cream, or cheese for extra flavor.
Storage: Keep chicken and rice in separate containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store veggies separately to maintain freshness.
Reheating: Reheat chicken and rice in the microwave or on a stovetop. Reheat veggies separately to avoid them becoming too soft.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
