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Grilled Chicken Summer Rice Bowls

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A fresh and vibrant dish combining grilled chicken, rice, and seasonal vegetables, perfect for summer.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1.5 tablespoons honey
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper
  • a pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

Carbohydrates

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • ⅔ cup sweet corn (off the cob, steamed, etc.)

Fruits & Vegetables

  • 1 avocado chopped
  • quick pickled onions for topping

Seasonings

  • to taste kosher salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with half the cilantro lime mixture for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill to high. Grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Grill corn for 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Let chicken rest 5-10 minutes, then slice. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and pickled onions. Drizzle with remaining dressing, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for extra flavor and serve immediately for best freshness.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Rice, Summer