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Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, & Creamy Sauce

Delicious Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn & Creamy Sauce

This Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, & Creamy Sauce is a hearty and healthy dish, packed with flavor and customizable to your taste.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Thighs provide more juiciness while breasts are leaner.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with grapeseed or avocado oil.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh lime is preferred.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Shallots or garlic powder can be substitutes.
  • 1 tbsp Chipotle Chili Powder Use smoked paprika and a pinch of cayenne as alternatives.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used but may lack depth.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Substitute with ground coriander if preferred.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Adjust these seasonings to taste.
For the Bowl
  • 1 can Black Beans Canned or cooked beans can be used.
  • 1 cup Corn Use grilled, roasted, or canned corn.
  • 1 medium Avocado Can be swapped with guacamole.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if desired.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Choose Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Minced Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Adjust quantity based on spice preference.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Use fresh minced garlic as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Substitute with agave syrup or maple syrup.

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • Small Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken thoroughly and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through and charred.
  3. While the chicken rests, heat the black beans in a saucepan with a pinch of cumin and salt for about 5 minutes.
  4. Prepare your corn by grilling, roasting, or heating it in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic powder, and honey for the creamy sauce.
  6. Assemble the bowl with black beans, corn, grilled chicken, avocado, and drizzle with the creamy sauce, topped with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Marinating longer enhances flavor. Always use fresh ingredients for the best taste. Store components separately for meal prep.

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