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Chili Lime Chicken Avocado Bowls Recipe

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Zesty chili lime chicken meets cool, creamy cucumber avocado salsa in these fresh bowls! Perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.
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List of Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, chopped (into bite-sized pieces or boneless skinless thighs)
  • 2 limes (juice and zest, about 1/3 cup)
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper
  • [Cucumber Salsa]
  • 4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 avocado, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (more to taste)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (more to taste)
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
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1 Stir together the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, honey, salt, and pepper to make the chili lime marinade. Add the chicken breast and marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours.
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2 Make the salsa by combining the cucumbers, avocado, cilantro, onion, jalapeno (if using), lime juice, olive oil, honey, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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3 Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Let the excess marinade drip off the chicken and add to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook and additional 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Grill: When ready to grill, remove the chicken from the marinade. Let excess drip off. Grill for about 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
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4 Assemble bowls with the cooked rice, chicken, and salsa. You can also add shredded lettuce, diced mango, black beans, corn, and queso fresco or cotija cheese.
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ENJOY!
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