Description
This Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl with Avocado, Cucumber & Cherry Tomatoes is a quick and wholesome meal perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner. Featuring tender, flavorful chicken cooked in a skillet with garlic and paprika, served over fluffy white rice with fresh avocado, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this bowl combines vibrant textures and tastes for a delicious and healthy dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 cup cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati)
Chicken
- 1 chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
Vegetables & Garnish
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Rice: Prepare the rice according to the package instructions, ensuring it is fluffy but not mushy. Once cooked, fluff with a fork to separate the grains and set it aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Toss the cubed chicken breast with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken is cooking, slice the avocado and cucumber, and halve the cherry tomatoes to have fresh, ready-to-assemble ingredients.
- Assemble Bowl: In a large serving bowl, arrange the cooked rice as the base. Top with the cooked chicken, then evenly distribute the avocado slices, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes on top for an appealing presentation.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve the bowl as is or drizzle with soy sauce or fresh lemon juice to enhance the flavors according to your preference.
Notes
- You can substitute white rice with brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken briefly in olive oil and spices before cooking.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice over the avocado to prevent browning if not serving immediately.
- Serve with a side of steamed greens or a simple salad for a more balanced meal.
