Homemade Chipotle Chicken Bowls
Making bowls with double meat and double guac. Buying the same exact bowl at Chipotle costs more than $20. I made five bowls for less than $6 each. Enjoy!
Chipotle Chicken 🍗🌶️
Ingredients:
-3 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
-1 can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
-3 tbs avocado oil
-1 tbs onion powder
-1 tbs garlic powder
-1 tbs ground cumin
-1 tbs smoked paprika
-1 tbs dried oregano
-2 tsp salt
-2 tsp pepper
Instructions:
-add chicken to a bowl with oil, seasonings, and chipotle peppers; mix well
-marinade for at least 2 hours
-grill until internal temp is 165F
-rest for 10 minutes before cutting
Cilantro Lime Rice 🍚🌿🍋🟩
Ingredients:
-3 cups uncooked white rice
-5 cups chicken bone broth
-dried bay leaf
-3 limes
-1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
-salt to taste
-3 tbs avocado oil
Instructions:
-wash rice and add to rice cooker with broth
-add bay leaf and cook
-fluff and transfer to a bowl
-add oil, half of the cilantro and lime juice, and 1 tsp of salt; mix well
-taste the rice and adjust flavors if needed
Seasoned Black Beans 🫘🍃
Ingredients:
-2 cups of dried black beans
-4 cups of water
-1 tbs tomato paste
-2 tsp onion powder
-2 tsp garlic powder
-2 tsp paprika
-2 tsp ground cumin
-2 tsp dried oregano
-1 tsp salt
-1 tsp black pepper
-dried bay leaf
Instructions:
-wash beans and add into instant pot
-add seasonings; mix well
-pressure cook for 50 minutes
Pico de Gallo 🍅🌿
Ingredients:
-3 roma tomatoes, diced
-half of a red onion, diced
-1 jalapeño, diced
-salt, cilantro, and lime juice to taste
Corn Salsa 🌽
Ingredients:
-2 cups frozen white corn
-half of a red onion, diced
-1 jalapeño, diced
-salt, cilantro, and lime juice to taste
Fresh Guacamole 🥑
Ingredients:
-3 ripe avocados
-half of a red onion, diced
-1 roma tomato, diced
-1 jalapeño, diced
-salt, cilantro, and lime juice to taste
Friends, let's talk about those Chipotle cravings! I used to be just like you, staring at the menu, adding up the cost of double meat and guac, thinking, 'There has to be a better way!' And there is! Making these homemade Chipotle chicken bowls has been a game-changer for my wallet and my taste buds. One of the biggest secrets to that amazing Chipotle flavor is the chicken thighs. Using boneless, skinless thighs ensures they stay juicy and absorb all that incredible flavor from the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Don't rush the marinade! I always aim for at least two hours, but honestly, letting it go overnight in the fridge makes a huge difference. Those chipotle peppers really infuse the chicken, making it super tender and flavorful. For grilling, aiming for that 400 degrees Fahrenheit on the grill and making sure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit is key for perfectly cooked, safe, and delicious chicken. Once it's rested, cutting it into bite-sized pieces makes it perfect for bowls. And the rice? Forget bland white rice! My cilantro lime rice, made with chicken bone broth, isn't just about flavor; it adds an extra protein boost. Washing the rice thoroughly before cooking helps achieve that perfect fluffy texture. And always remember to do a taste test before serving – a little extra salt or lime juice can elevate it so much! For the black beans, using dried beans and an Instant Pot is a revelation. I just add my washed black beans with all the seasonings and let the pressure cooker work its magic for 50 minutes. It’s so much more flavorful than canned beans and incredibly easy. Don't skip the fresh components! The Pico de Gallo, Corn Salsa, and Guacamole really tie everything together. For the corn salsa, I find cooking my frozen white corn in boiling water for just a few minutes brings out its natural sweetness. And for the guacamole, mashing ripe avocados with freshly cut red tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice is non-negotiable for that creamy, zesty kick. I even experiment by sautéing some of the peppers and red onions for an extra layer of flavor in my salsas. This recipe isn't just about saving money – though making five bowls for less than $6 each beats a $20+ Chipotle order any day! It's about having fresh, high-quality ingredients, customizing to your taste, and the satisfaction of knowing exactly what goes into your food. It's also fantastic for meal prep. I portion out the components into separate containers, and then I just assemble them throughout the week. It means healthy, delicious meals are always just a minute away. Give it a try; you'll be amazed at how easily you can recreate your favorite Chipotle bowls at home!
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