Description
Chili lime chicken bowls are a quick and tasty meal option. They mix zesty flavors with fresh ingredients for a delicious lunch. they’re great for anyone.
Ingredients
Chicken (marinated in chili-lime seasoning)
Rice
Purple Cabbage (shredded)
Avocado (diced)
Mango Salsa
Lettuce (chopped)Green Onions (sliced)
Lime Wedges
Sesame Seeds (optional)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with chili powder, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and a touch of honey if desired.
Let marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
Cook the Chicken:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken until fully cooked and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Prepare the Rice:
Cook white or brown rice according to package instructions.
Prepare the Veggies and Salsa:
Shred purple cabbage and chop lettuce.
Dice avocado and slice green onions.
For mango salsa, combine diced mango, a bit of diced red bell pepper or tomato, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
Assemble the Bowl:
Place a base of cooked rice in a bowl.
Add the cooked chicken on top.
Arrange purple cabbage, lettuce, avocado, and mango salsa around the chicken.
Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the top.
Finish and Serve:
Squeeze extra lime juice over the bowl before serving.
Enjoy your fresh, flavorful meal!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus at least 20 minutes for marination)
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Pan-Cooked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 8–10 grams per serving
- Sodium: 600–700 mg per serving
- Fat: 20 grams per serving
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams per serving
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 grams per serving
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams per serving
- Fiber: 6 grams per serving
- Protein: 30 grams per serving
- Cholesterol: 70 mg per serving
Keywords: Chili lime chicken bowls, High Protein,