Chipotle Chicken Bowl: Easy Meal Prep Dinner (Print Version)
Quick Chipotle Chicken Bowl for easy meal prep. Flavorful chicken, rice, and fresh toppings make a healthy, satisfying dinner or lunch. Perfect for busy weeknights.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Mexican
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Smoky Chipotle Chicken
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1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, plus 1 tbsp adobo sauce
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Hearty Bowl Foundation
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3 cups cooked brown rice
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1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
→ Vibrant Fresh Fixings
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1 cup frozen corn, thawed
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1 large avocado, diced
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1/4 cup finely diced red onion
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 lime, cut into wedges
→ Cooling Creamy Swirl
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1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
# Instructions:
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In a food processor, combine 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 tbsp adobo sauce, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. Toss 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts with the marinade. This is the first step for your delicious Chipotle Chicken Bowl: Easy Meal Prep Dinner.
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside (internal temperature 165°F). Ensure a nice sear for the best flavor in your Chipotle Chicken Bowl.
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Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender chicken for your Chipotle Chicken Bowl: Easy Meal Prep Dinner. Slice the chicken breasts into strips or dice them into bite-sized pieces.
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While the chicken cooks and rests, prepare the remaining bowl components. Rinse and drain 1 (15-oz) can black beans. Thaw 1 cup frozen corn. Dice 1 large avocado and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion. Chop 1/4 cup fresh cilantro.
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Divide 3 cups cooked brown rice evenly among 4 meal prep containers or serving bowls. Top each with the prepared black beans, thawed corn, and sliced chipotle chicken. This forms the hearty base of your satisfying Chipotle Chicken Bowl: Easy Meal Prep Dinner.
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Garnish each bowl with the diced avocado, red onion, and fresh cilantro. Add a dollop of 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat) for a cooling creamy swirl. Serve immediately with 1 lime wedge for squeezing, or cover for meal prep.
# Notes:
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Meal Prep Tip: Store the Greek yogurt, avocado, and lime wedges separately if prepping ahead to maintain freshness and prevent avocado browning. Add just before serving.
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Spice Level Adjustment: For a milder bowl, use only one chipotle pepper. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken marinade.
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Vegetarian Option: Easily make this a vegetarian meal by omitting the chicken and adding extra black beans or grilled bell peppers and onions.
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Rice Hack: Save time by using pre-cooked brown rice pouches or cooking a large batch of rice at the beginning of your week.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large skillet
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Can opener
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Rice cooker or saucepan
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 635 kcal
Total Fat: 18 g
Total Carbohydrate: 65 g
Protein: 53 g