Spicy Grilled Chicken and Avocado Bowl
This flavorful bowl combines tender spicy grilled chicken, cool avocado, and crunchy veggies for the perfect hot-meets-cool meal. The smoky chili marinade adds just the right kick, while the lime dressing ties everything together. Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
Prep time: 15 minutes
Marinate time: 20–30 minutes
Cook time: 15–20 minutes
Total time: 45–50 minutes
Serves: 3–4
Ingredients
For the Spicy Grilled Chicken
1 ½ lbs (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Bowl Base
2 cups cooked jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa
1 cup romaine lettuce or baby spinach, chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup corn kernels
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 large avocado, sliced
Optional: ¼ cup black beans or roasted chickpeas for extra protein
For the Lime Yogurt Dressing
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp olive oil
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp chili flakes
Instructions
1. Marinate and Grill the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, zest, garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken and coat evenly.
Marinate for 20–30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
Grill on medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through.
Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
2. Prepare the Dressing
Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and chili flakes until creamy.
Adjust lime or salt to taste. Keep chilled.
3. Assemble the Bowls
Start with a base of rice or quinoa.
Add lettuce/spinach, tomatoes, corn, red onion, and avocado slices.
Top with grilled spicy chicken.
Drizzle generously with lime yogurt dressing and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes & Tips
For extra spice, brush chicken with a little hot sauce before grilling.
Swap chicken for grilled shrimp or tofu for variety.
Add feta cheese or cotija for a tangy flavor contrast.
Use cauliflower rice for a lighter, low-carb version.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with:
Cucumber mint water or sparkling lime soda
Warm pita or grilled flatbread
Fresh fruit salad for a cooling side
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~530 kcal
Protein: 40 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fat: 22 g
Fiber: 6 g
Calcium: 15% DV