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Grilled Chicken Garlic Veggie Rice Bowl

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πŸ— Experience the perfect summer meal with juicy grilled chicken marinated in zesty cilantro lime dressing, served over fluffy jasmine rice with fresh seasonal vegetables
πŸ₯— Create a nutritious, satisfying bowl that combines lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich ingredients for a complete meal that’s both delicious and energizing

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts for marinating

– 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice for marinade

– 1 Β½ tablespoons honey for sweetness

– ΒΌ cup olive oil for marinating and grilling

– 2 minced garlic cloves for flavor

– ΒΌ teaspoon salt for seasoning

– ΒΌ teaspoon black pepper for seasoning

– A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat

– β…“ cup chopped cilantro for cilantro-lime dressing

– 2 cups cooked jasmine rice for base

– 1 cup chopped tomatoes for freshness

– β…” cup sweet corn (off the cob or steamed) for sweetness and color

– 1 chopped avocado for creaminess

– Pickled onions for topping

Instructions

1-Getting started with this grilled chicken garlic veggie rice bowl is straightforward and fun, especially when you follow these simple steps. Begin by blending the lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and olive oil to make the marinade. Use half of this mixture to coat the chicken breasts, letting them sit for 30 minutes to 2 hours for maximum flavor absorption.

2-Next, fire up your grill to high heat, around 500-550Β°F, and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until it’s fully done. Don’t forget to grill the corn for about 10 minutes, turning it occasionally for even char. Once everything is cooked, let the chicken rest before slicing it up to keep it juicy.

3-Now, assemble your bowls by layering the cooked jasmine rice at the bottom, then add the sliced chicken, grilled corn, chopped tomatoes, avocado, and pickled onions. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top and season with a bit of kosher salt and pepper. This whole process takes about 1 hour, including prep and cooking, making it ideal for a quick summer meal.

4-Prepare ingredients like mincing garlic and chopping veggies to streamline your workflow.

5-Marinate the chicken as described to lock in flavors.

6-Cook rice according to package directions for the perfect base.

7-Grill proteins and veggies carefully to avoid overcooking.

8-Assemble and serve for a fresh, customizable dish at banana bread inspired meal prep ideas on our site.

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Notes

🌑️ For best results, let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes – longer marination (up to 2 hours) will infuse more flavor into the meat
πŸ₯‘ The avocado can be added just before serving to prevent browning, or toss with a little lime juice to keep it fresh longer
🌽 If you don’t have access to a grill, you can cook the chicken in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Marination Time: 30 minutes to 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American/Southwestern
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg