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Easy Summer Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Bowls with Avocado and Corn

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A vibrant and fresh meal prep dish featuring grilled chicken, avocado, and corn on a bed of quinoa or brown rice.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa (about 185 g cooked)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels (about 150 g)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 lime for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt for vegan)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium-sized bowl or zip-top bag, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss in the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re completely coated in the marinade. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  2. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on one side. Flip and grill for another 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Cook the Rice or Quinoa: Prepare your brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. Prepare the Veggies: Slice the avocado, dice the red onion (if using), and chop the cilantro.
  6. Make the Yogurt Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Assemble the Bowls: Add brown rice or quinoa to each bowl, top with sliced chicken, avocado, corn, onion, cilantro, and yogurt sauce. Drizzle with lime juice.

Notes

Perfect for meal prepping and customizable with various toppings. Can be enjoyed warm or chilled.

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Keywords: grilled chicken, summer meal prep, avocado bowls, healthy recipes, quick meals

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