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Chipotle Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, & Creamy Sauce Recipe

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This Chipotle Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, and Creamy Sauce is a flavorful and nutritious meal featuring marinated grilled chicken, smoky black beans, sweet corn, fresh avocado, and a tangy chipotle cream sauce. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner, this bowl combines smoky, spicy, and creamy elements for a satisfying dish with a southwestern flair.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Bowl Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1 cup corn (grilled, roasted, or canned)
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Creamy Chipotle Sauce

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts or thighs and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked through and lightly charred, approximately 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
  3. Prepare Beans and Corn: Warm the cooked black beans in a saucepan over low heat, seasoning with a pinch of cumin and salt to taste. Prepare the corn by grilling, roasting, or using canned corn heated through.
  4. Make the Creamy Chipotle Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic powder, and honey until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if desired.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the warmed black beans and corn between bowls. Top with sliced avocado, sliced grilled chicken, and dollops of the creamy chipotle sauce. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier sauce, add more chipotle peppers to the creamy sauce.
  • Chicken thighs are juicier and more flavorful but chicken breasts are leaner; use based on preference.
  • You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor in both marinade and sauce.
  • This bowl is great for meal prep; store components separately to keep textures fresh.

Keywords: chipotle chicken bowl, black beans, corn, creamy chipotle sauce, grilled chicken, southwestern recipe, healthy bowl, avocado

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