🍚 Chipotle Marinated Chicken Bites Bowl with Brown Rice, Jammy Eggs, and Olive Vinaigrette 🌶️🥚
This Chipotle Marinated Chicken Bowl brings together smoky, spicy chicken bites, hearty brown rice, creamy jammy eggs, and a tangy olive vinaigrette for a nourishing and satisfying meal. It’s the perfect combination of flavors and textures for a balanced lunch or dinner! 🌞✨
Ingredients:
Chipotle Marinated Chicken Bites:
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗
1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce (or 1/2 tsp chipotle powder) 🌶️
1 tbsp olive oil 🌿
1 tbsp lime juice 🍋
1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Brown Rice:
1 cup brown rice 🍚
2 cups water or vegetable broth 🥣
Pinch of salt 🧂
Jammy Eggs:
4 large eggs 🥚
Olive Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 🫒
2 tbsp red wine vinegar 🍷
1 tsp Dijon mustard 🍯
1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Toppings:
1/2 avocado, sliced 🥑
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped 🌿
Optional: Crumbled feta or goat cheese 🧀
Instructions:
Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine chipotle in adobo, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken pieces, tossing to coat. Let sit for at least 15 minutes to soak up flavors.
Cook the Brown Rice:
Rinse the brown rice under cold water.
In a saucepan, combine rice with water or broth and a pinch of salt.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-35 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside. 🍚
Prepare the Jammy Eggs:
Bring a pot of water to a boil.
Gently lower eggs into boiling water and cook for 6-7 minutes for jammy yolks.
Transfer eggs to an ice bath. Once cooled, peel and set aside. 🥚
Cook the Chicken Bites:
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly caramelized.
Make the Olive Vinaigrette:
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning if needed. 🫒
Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the cooked brown rice into serving bowls, then add the chicken bites, halved jammy eggs, avocado slices, and cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle with olive vinaigrette and garnish with fresh herbs and optional crumbled cheese.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve immediately and savor each flavorful layer of this hearty bowl!
Each bite combines spicy, tangy, and creamy elements for a filling and delicious meal. Perfect for any time of day! 💛