Bold Zesty Chipotle Chicken: 8 Flavorful Meal Prep Bowls
Bold & Zesty Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls are packed with smoky heat and creamy toppings. This meal prep powerhouse delivers bold flavor and balanced nutrition in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 4 cups white rice
- 3 lbs chicken breast
- 4 cups corn (frozen or fresh)
- 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 16 tbsp light sour cream (2 tbsp per bowl)
- 1 cup 0% plain Greek yogurt (for sauce base, add separately)
- 20 oz chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 8 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp jarred minced garlic
- 2 tsp Himalayan pink salt
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Use a rice cooker or pressure cooker to prepare 4 cups of white rice. Set aside to cool.
- Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth. Stir in Greek yogurt by hand for a creamy finish.
- Marinate the Chicken: Cube chicken breasts and toss with half of the chipotle sauce. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes or until golden and fully cooked.
- Prep Sides: Warm corn and black beans in separate bowls. Season if desired.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide rice into 8 containers. Top with chicken, corn, beans, a drizzle of chipotle sauce, and 2 tbsp sour cream.
- Store & Serve: Seal and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Enjoy hot or cold.
Notes
- These bowls keep well in the fridge.
- Great for meal prep.
- Can be enjoyed hot or cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 428
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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