Description
Indulge in a vibrant Chipotle Chicken Bowl that combines smoky marinated chicken, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all drizzled with a creamy sauce. This dish is a fiesta of flavors that excites the palate and nourishes the soul. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, it’s customizable to suit any taste. Each bowl is not just a meal; it’s an experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing chipotle peppers with adobo sauce and coating the chicken thoroughly. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or skillet-cook the marinated chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Allow it to rest before slicing.
- In a saucepan, combine black beans and sweet corn over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the creamy sauce by mixing sour cream, garlic powder, cumin, and lime juice until smooth.
- Assemble your bowl with black beans and corn as the base, topped with sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle with creamy sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg