Description
This Chipotle Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, & Creamy Sauce is a hearty and flavorful meal that’s easy to make and full of bold, smoky flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this customizable chipotle chicken bowl is packed with protein, fiber, and a creamy, tangy sauce.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons chipotle seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup black beans
1 cup corn
2 cups cooked rice
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
Instructions
1. Season chicken with chipotle seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Grill or pan-sear chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred. Slice into strips.
3. In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chipotle powder to make the creamy sauce.
4. Assemble the bowl with a base of warm rice. Add black beans, corn, and chicken on top.
5. Drizzle with the creamy chipotle sauce.
6. Add optional toppings like avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, or lime wedges.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use thighs for juicier meat or breasts for leaner protein.
Marinate the chicken for deeper flavor.
Adjust the chipotle powder in the sauce to control the spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg