Spicy Chicken Taco Bowl
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Spicy Chicken Taco Bowl

30g Protein

You have to try my Spicy Chicken Taco Bowls. they've got 30g of protein in and make the perfect lunch when you want something healthy, fresh delicious and quick.

Ingredients:

For the Bowl:

  • 100g of rice or black beans

  • 1/4 cucumber, diced.

  • 1 tomato, diced.

  • 1/2 avocado, sliced.

  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped.

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs.

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)

Chicken Marinade:

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Siracha Dressing

  • 2 tbsp Siracha

  • 1 tbsp peanut butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp Greek Yogurt

  • 1 tsp honey

Method:

  1. Prepare the rice

  2. Cook the rice according the the package instructions. Once done fluff it with a fork and set aside

  3. Marinate the chicken thighs

  4. In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt and olive oil.

  5. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade and let it sit for 15 mins

  6. Pre-heat grill pan or outdoor grill. Medium high heat.

  7. Grill the chicken thighs for about 6-7 mins on each side until cooked through and slightly charred.

  8. Let the chicken rest for a couple of mins before slicing into strips.

  9. Make the Taco

  10. Pre-heat the oven to 180c

  11. Pop tortilla in a glass bowl making the taco into a bowl shape

  12. bake for 10-12 mins until golden

  13. Prepare the vegetables

  14. Dice the cucumber and tomato, finely chop red onion and slice the avocado. Set aside.

  15. Make the Siracha Dressing

  16. In a small bowl, mix together the Siracha, peanut butter, olive oil, Greek yogurt and honey until smooth. Add a little water if too thick.

  17. Assemble the Taco Bowls.

  18. Grab the Taco Bowl

  19. Fill with diced cucumber, rice, tomato, avocado, and red onion.

  20. Add the grilled chicken strips

  21. Drizzle generously with the Siracha dressing.

  22. Garnish with fresh herbs like coriander (optional) and a squeeze of lemon. Enjoy!