Description
These Grilled Chicken Summer Rice Bowls are a delightful combination of juicy grilled chicken, aromatic cilantro lime dressing, and a colorful mix of fresh vegetables. Perfect for a light and flavorful summer meal!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 2/3 cup sweet corn, (off the cob, steamed, etc)
- 1 avocado, chopped
- Quick pickled onions, for topping
- Kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine lime juice, honey, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and olive oil. Marinate chicken in half of the mixture for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to high. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Grill the Corn: Grill corn on the cob for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Assemble the Bowls: Place rice in a bowl. Top with sliced chicken, grilled corn, tomatoes, avocado, and pickled onions. Drizzle with extra dressing, salt, and pepper. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
