Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsChino BandidoCombo Bowl Recipe

Combo Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Chino Bandido
Time1h
Serves2

Make Combo Bowl Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Veggies & Toppings

Dressing

Method

Base

  1. 1

    Rinse the brown rice and cook it in water according to package directions until tender, about 40-45 minutes. Use 2 cups of cooked rice as the base.

  2. 2

    Fluff the rice with a fork and keep warm.

Protein

  1. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon paprika, 0.5 teaspoon cumin, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper to make a marinade.

  2. 4

    Slice the chicken breast into even strips. Toss with half of the marinade to coat; let marinate for 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator).

  3. 5

    Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

Veggies & Toppings

  1. 6

    Prepare the vegetables: thaw corn if frozen, halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and slice avocado. Rinse and dry the romaine leaves.

  2. 7

    In a large bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, cucumber, romaine, red onion, and cilantro. Toss to combine and season lightly with a pinch of salt.

Dressing

  1. 8

    Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is emulsified.

Assemble Bowls

  1. 9

    Divide 2 cups of cooked rice into each serving bowl.

  2. 10

    Top with an equal portion of sliced grilled chicken.

  3. 11

    Add a generous layer of vegetables and avocado slices.

  4. 12

    Drizzle with the cilantro-lime dressing and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

  5. 13

    Serve immediately.

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