Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Back Alley Bar & RestaurantChicken Rice Bowl Recipe

Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Grilled or breaded chipotle chicken, lettuce, GP, cilantro rice, black bean & corn salsa, tortilla strips, cilantro lime dressing. Add guacamole

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Cilantro Rice

Black Bean & Corn Salsa

Toppings

Cilantro Lime Dressing

Method

Prepare Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

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

  2. 2

    Grill or Bread the Chicken

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C). If breading, coat in breadcrumbs before frying.

Prepare Cilantro Rice

  1. 3

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, combine the white rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is fluffy.

  2. 4

    Add Cilantro and Lime

    Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and mix in fresh cilantro and lime juice. Set aside.

Make Black Bean & Corn Salsa

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Stir well and let sit for 10 minutes to blend flavors.

Prepare Cilantro Lime Dressing

  1. 6

    Mix Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, honey, and salt until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assemble Chicken Rice Bowl

  1. 7

    Layer the Ingredients

    In a bowl, start with a base of cilantro rice, then top with sliced grilled chicken, black bean & corn salsa, lettuce, tortilla strips, and a dollop of guacamole.

  2. 8

    Drizzle with Dressing

    Pour cilantro lime dressing over the top and serve immediately.

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