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Chicken and Guacamole Rice Bowls


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious combination of seasoned chicken, creamy guacamole, and fresh vegetables served over rice or quinoa.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 ripe avocados (mashed)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 small jalapeño (seeded and minced)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups cooked rice (or quinoa)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup corn (canned or cooked)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed avocados, lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. In serving bowls, layer cooked rice, seasoned chicken, guacamole, cherry tomatoes, corn, and shredded lettuce. Top with sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, leave some seeds in the jalapeño.
  • This recipe is easily adaptable; feel free to add other vegetables as desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg