🥑 Quick, fresh, and full of satisfying flavors, this Shredded Chicken & Avocado Rice Bowl is a simple, nourishing meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy shredded chicken, fluffy rice, creamy avocado slices, and a zesty lime dressing make this dish as delicious as it is wholesome. 🍋✨
⸻
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Shredded Chicken
• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• Salt & pepper to taste
⸻
🍚 Rice Base
• 1½ cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp lime zest 🍋
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt & pepper to taste
⸻
🥑 Bowl Toppings
• 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp chopped red onion (optional)
• 1 tbsp crumbled feta or cotija cheese (optional)
⸻
🥣 Lime Dressing
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lime juice 🍋
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• Salt & pepper to taste
⸻
🔥 Instructions
1. Shred the Chicken
• If not already cooked, poach chicken breast in lightly salted water until fully cooked (about 10–12 minutes).
• Shred the chicken using two forks.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic until fragrant, and toss shredded chicken in the skillet until warmed through.
• Season with salt and pepper.
⸻
2. Prepare the Rice
• In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Toss in cooked rice, lime zest, and cilantro.
• Season with salt and pepper, mixing well.
• Keep warm.
⸻
3. Make the Lime Dressing
• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper.
• Set aside.
⸻
4. Assemble the Bowls
• Divide the cilantro-lime rice among serving bowls.
• Add shredded chicken, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
• Drizzle each bowl with the lime dressing.
• Sprinkle with feta or cotija cheese, if using.
⸻
✨ A quick, wholesome bowl with bright and creamy flavors.
#ShreddedChickenAvocadoBowl #QuickAndFlavorful #ComfortFoodDelight #CreamyAndDelicious #BrightAndBalanced