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Cilantro-Lime Chicken Bowls: A Fresh, Flavor-Packed Meal for Busy Weeknights


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken and marinate for 15–20 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked.
  4. Divide the cooked brown rice evenly among four serving bowls.
  5. Top each bowl with the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, corn, avocado, and shredded lettuce.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice if desired.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Calories: 430
  • Net Carbs: 32g
  • Fats: 17g
  • Protein: 36g