Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe

Name: Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 recipe chipotle chicken (recipe follows); 1 recipe cilantro-lime basmati rice (recipe follows); 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained, rinsed, heated and seasoned with salt & pepper; Chipotle Chicken Marinade; 2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder or 2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup red onion, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each); Basmati Rice; 2/3 cup basmati rice, rinsed; 1 cup water; salt; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon butter; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro; 1/2 lime, juiced (to taste); Toppings Of Choice; queso fresco; sour cream; salsa; lettuce; tomatoes; guacamole; shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.); pico de gallo; avocado

Servings: persons

1 recipe chipotle chicken (recipe follows)
1 recipe cilantro-lime basmati rice (recipe follows)
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained, rinsed, heated and seasoned with salt & pepper
Chipotle Chicken Marinade
2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder or 2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each)
Basmati Rice
2/3 cup basmati rice, rinsed
1 cup water
salt
1 teaspoon vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon butter
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
1/2 lime, juiced (to taste)
Toppings Of Choice
queso fresco
sour cream
salsa
lettuce
tomatoes
guacamole
shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)
pico de gallo
avocado

1
For the Marinade and Chicken: Add all marinade ingredients together, except chicken, to a food processor and puree until smooth.
2
Rub the marinade into the chicken and marinate at least one hour, up to 4 hours. Season the chicken with salt to taste. Grill the chicken for about 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Slice into strips.
3
For the Basmati Rice: In a 2-quart heavy saucepan, heat oil or butter over low heat, stirring occasionally until melted.
4
Add water and salt; bring to a full rolling boil. At boiling, cover, turn down to simmer over low heat until rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro and lime juice; fluff rice with a fork.
5
To Assemble: Spoon the rice into each bowl, followed by the beans, then the grilled chicken strips. Top with your choice garnishes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 recipe chipotle chicken (recipe follows), 1 recipe cilantro-lime basmati rice (recipe follows), 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained, rinsed, heated and seasoned with salt & pepper, Chipotle Chicken Marinade, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl

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Variations & substitutions

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