Homemade Chipotle Chicken Bowls
Sharing a healthy and high-protein chipotle chicken bowl recipe for your next meal prep or weeknight dinner! Buying one of these bowls at Chipotle would be almost $20. I made 5 of them at home in 90 minutes with $29 of ingredients, which comes out to $5.80 per bowl. If I can do it, so can you. Enjoy!
Servings: 5
Serving Size: 120g rice, 70g beans, 200g chicken (double serving), 70g pico, 70g corn salsa, 100g guac
Macros per Serving: 872 cal, 61g P, 68g C, 39g F
Price per Serving: $5.80
Estimated Cook Time: 90 minutes
Chipotle Honey Chicken 🍗
Ingredients:
-3 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
-1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (to reduce spiciness, do not add the whole peppers)
-1 tbs olive oil
-1 tbs honey
-1 tbs onion powder
-1 tbs garlic powder
-1 tbs ground cumin
-1 tbs smoked paprika
-1 tbs dried oregano
-1 tsp salt
-1 tsp pepper
Instructions:
-add chicken to a bowl with all ingredients; mix well
-marinate for at least 30 minutes up to overnight
-grill at 400F until internal temp is 165F
-rest for 10 minutes before cutting
Cilantro Lime Rice 🍚
Ingredients:
-2 1/2 cups chicken bone broth
-1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice, rinsed
-dried bay leaf
-2 limes
-1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
-salt to taste
-1 tsp olive oil
Instructions:
-add rice, broth, and bay leaf to rice cooker; cook until fluffy
-transfer to a bowl with the rest of the ingredients; gently toss together
-taste the rice and adjust if needed
Seasoned Black Beans 🫘
Ingredients:
-1 15-oz. can unsalted black beans, rinsed
-2 cups water
-1 tsp onion powder
-1 tsp garlic powder
-1 tsp paprika
-1 tsp ground cumin
-1 tsp dried oregano
-1/2 tsp salt
-1/2 tsp black pepper
-dried bay leaf
Instructions:
-add ingredients into small saucepan and mix well; cover and simmer on low for 10 min until tender
Pico de Gallo 🍅
Ingredients:
-3 roma tomatoes, diced
-half of an onion, diced
-1 jalapeño, diced
-salt, cilantro, and lime juice to taste
Corn Salsa 🌽
Ingredients:
-1 15-oz. can unsalted corn, rinsed
-half of an onion, diced
-1 jalapeño, diced
-salt, cilantro, and lime juice to taste
Fresh Guacamole 🥑
Ingredients:
-3 ripe avocados
-half of an onion, diced
-1 roma tomato, diced
-1 jalapeño, diced
-salt, cilantro, and lime juice to taste
If you're looking for nutritious meal options, these homemade Chipotle chicken bowls deliver on both flavor and health. Not only do they provide high protein and varied textures, but they also come at a fraction of the cost of ordering out. The chipotle honey chicken is exceptionally tender when marinated properly, while the combination of cilantro lime rice, seasoned black beans, pico de gallo, corn salsa, and fresh guacamole amplifies the taste and nutrition. Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor profile, showcasing the balance between spicy chipotle peppers and the sweetness of the honey. As for the sides, the cilantro lime rice is a refreshing contrast to the robust chicken, and the beans add a hearty source of plant-based protein. Completing the bowl with salsas freshens up each bite while providing vibrant flavors. The whole meal can be prepared in under 90 minutes, serving five, making it a structured option for family dinners or meal prepping for the week. Planning for ingredients like unsalted cans of black beans and corn helps maintain a healthy diet while avoiding excessive sodium intake. Consider customizing your bowls with your favorite vegetables or adding more spices to suit your taste. With this recipe, you not only save money but also ensure your meals are both delicious and nutritious!
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