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Chicken taco bowl with corn, tomatoes, and cilantro sauce.
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Healthy Taco Bowl

Learn how to make a healthy chicken taco bowl with a creamy avocado yogurt sauce for a nutritious, restaurant-inspired meal you'll love!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: chicken taco, chicken taco bowl, creamy mexican corn salad, dinner, healthy taco bowl, lunch, meal prep, taco bowl
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 843kcal

Equipment

1 Large Skillet

Ingredients

For the Bowl

  • 1 lb chicken breast 2 large breasts
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • 15 oz can corn
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • ¼ red onion cut thinly
  • 2 9 oz bags instant brown rice

Creamy Avocado Yogurt Sauce

  • cup greek yogurt
  • ½ avocado
  • Juice from 2 limes approx, ¼ cup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • teaspoon chili powder
  • Handful cilantro leaves approx, 3 stems

Instructions

  • Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise into 2-3 thin slices. I find it’s easiest to place a paper towel over the breast when cutting to make sure it doesn't slip. Add the salt, paprika, garlic powder, and cumin to a bowl and mix well. Rub the chicken breast pieces with the seasonings.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil begins to sparkle, place the chicken breast in the skillet and cook until the edges begin to turn white (about 2 minutes). Flip the chicken over and cook for another 2 - 3 minutes until 90% cooked through. Drizzle the lime juice over the chicken and cook until done. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the corn and heat over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the corn is charred.
  • While the corn is cooking, prepare the dressing by placing all the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor and mix until smooth.
  • Cook the brown rice according to package directions.
  • Slice the chicken breast into strips.
  • Assemble the taco bowls with the brown rice on the bottom followed by a handful of cherry tomatoes, red onions, corn, and chicken. Drizzle the creamy avocado yogurt sauce over top and enjoy!

Notes

Dairy free : Use a dairy free yogurt to make this chicken taco bowl dairy free. 
Storing : Store each taco bowl ingredient (chicken, vegetables, rice, and sauce) separately in an airtight container. When ready to enjoy, heat the chicken in the microwave in 20-second increments until warm. Place the rice in a bowl, and heat it in the microwave until warm. Then, prepare your chicken taco bowl with the remaining ingredients and sauce, and dig in!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 843kcal | Carbohydrates: 119g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 1061mg | Potassium: 1244mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 497IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 4mg