Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLocal TacoGrilled Chicken Bowl Recipe

Grilled Chicken Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Local Taco
Time1h 30m
Serves4

grilled chicken, mexican rice, borracho or black beans, poblano cream sauce, pico

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Ingredients

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Grilled Chicken

Mexican Rice

Borracho Beans

Poblano Cream Sauce

Pico de Gallo

Method

Grilled Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them evenly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Mexican Rice

  1. 3

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.

  2. 4

    Add Liquids and Rice

    Add the long grain rice to the saucepan and toast for 2-3 minutes. Then, add chicken broth, tomato sauce, cumin, and salt. Stir well.

  3. 5

    Simmer the Rice

    Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Borracho Beans

  1. 6

    Prepare the Beans

    In a medium saucepan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.

  2. 7

    Add Beans and Beer

    Add the canned black beans (drained and rinsed) and beer. Stir and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Poblano Cream Sauce

  1. 8

    Roast the Poblano Peppers

    Char the poblano peppers over an open flame or under a broiler until the skin is blistered. Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel the skin off and remove seeds.

  2. 9

    Blend the Sauce

    In a blender, combine the roasted poblano peppers, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Pico de Gallo

  1. 10

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, diced onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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