Jul 13 2026
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Power Bowl Recipe

Inspired by The Crack Shack - Little Italy
Time1h 15m
Serves4

chicken al pastor, chato’s salsa verde, pickled red onions, soft boiled egg, avo, arugula, warm quinoa, baby cilantro

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Ingredients

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Protein

Salsa Verde

Garnishes

Grains

Eggs

Method

Chicken Al Pastor

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.

Salsa Verde

  1. 3

    Prepare the Salsa

    In a blender, combine tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Pickled Red Onions

  1. 4

    Pickle the Onions

    In a small bowl, combine sliced red onion and vinegar. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.

Quinoa

  1. 5

    Cook the Quinoa

    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add rinsed quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.

Soft Boiled Eggs

  1. 6

    Prepare the Eggs

    Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Gently add eggs and boil for 6-7 minutes for soft-boiled. Remove and place in ice water for 5 minutes before peeling.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Assemble the Power Bowl

    In a bowl, layer warm quinoa, sliced chicken al pastor, avocado, arugula, pickled red onions, soft boiled eggs, and drizzle with salsa verde. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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