Honey Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowls (Print-Friendly Version)
Grilled chicken in honey chipotle marinade, served with corn avocado salsa over rice. Bright, spicy, and satisfying.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Honey Chipotle Chicken
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450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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15 ml olive oil
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1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped
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15 ml adobo sauce
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juice of 1/2 lime
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15 ml honey
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2.5 ml garlic powder
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2.5 ml ground cumin
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15 ml fresh cilantro, chopped
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salt, to taste
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freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Avocado Corn Salsa
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160 g grilled corn kernels or defrosted frozen corn
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1 avocado, peeled and diced
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1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
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15 ml fresh cilantro, chopped
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juice of 1/2 lime
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2.5 ml ground cumin
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salt, to taste
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freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Assembly and Garnish
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320 g cooked rice
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crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese, as desired
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lime wedges, for garnish
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fresh cilantro, for garnish
# How to Prepare:
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Combine olive oil, chopped chipotle, adobo sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, ground cumin, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
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Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and massage marinade into the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours for fuller flavor.
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Preheat grill or heavy skillet to medium-high heat (205-218°C). Lightly oil the cooking surface. Grill marinated chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes on the first side, then flip and grill until internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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Transfer grilled chicken to a cutting board and allow to rest for 5–10 minutes. Dice or slice for serving.
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In a bowl, combine corn kernels, diced avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and adjust seasoning to taste.
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Divide cooked rice between four serving bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, avocado corn salsa, and crumbled cheese. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges.
# Extra Tips:
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Allowing the chicken to rest after grilling helps retain its juices and improves overall texture.