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Meal Prep Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls with Corn and Beans

Meal Prep Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls: A Bold, Flavor-Packed Lunch Solution


  • Author: Cindy
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Smoky, spicy, and incredibly satisfying, these Meal Prep Chipotle Chicken and Rice Bowls are the perfect high-protein lunch for your week. Packed with juicy chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and a creamy chipotle yogurt sauce, this recipe brings bold flavors to your weekday routine.


Ingredients

2 cups white rice

lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast

2 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)

1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

8 tablespoons light sour cream

½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt

For the chipotle sauce:

10 oz chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

4 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon salt (preferably fine sea salt)


Instructions

1. Make the sauce: In a blender, combine chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth. Set aside ¼ of the sauce and use the rest for marinating.

2. Marinate the chicken: Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl and coat with the prepared chipotle sauce (reserve some for serving). Let it marinate while you prepare other ingredients.

3. Cook the rice: Prepare white rice in a rice cooker or on the stovetop according to package directions.

4. Prepare creamy sauce: Blend the Greek yogurt with the reserved chipotle sauce until smooth. Divide into small containers for serving.

5. Air fry the chicken: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Cook chicken in two batches for 10 minutes each, flipping halfway. Drain any excess liquid between batches.

6. Prepare corn and beans: While the chicken and rice cook, mix the corn and black beans in a bowl.

7. Assemble the bowls: Add ½ cup cooked rice to each container. Top with the corn and bean mix, followed by the cooked chicken.

8. Garnish and store: Add a small dollop of sour cream, optional shredded cheese, a sprinkle of dried cilantro, and lime wedges if desired.

9. Reheat and serve: To enjoy, microwave for 1 minute, stir, add the creamy chipotle sauce, then heat for another minute.

Notes

For extra crunch, serve with chopped romaine or crushed tortilla chips. The chipotle sauce can be made milder by using fewer peppers. Store sauce separately to maintain freshness.

  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep Recipes
  • Method: Air Fryer, Stovetop, Blender
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired