Cilantro Lime Chicken Thigh Bowl
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
Chicken
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 tbsp olive oil juice of 2 limes 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika salt + pepper 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Bowl
1–1.5 cups cooked white rice 1 cucumber, sliced 1 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup pickled red onions extra cilantro for topping
Quick Pickled Red Onions
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup vinegar (apple cider or white) 1/2 cup water 1 tsp salt 1–2 tsp maple syrup
Let sit at least 20–30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor)
Instructions
1. Marinate the chicken
Mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, spices, salt, and cilantro.
Coat chicken and let sit at least 20 minutes (longer = more flavor).
2. Cook
Pan-sear over medium-high heat for ~5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through
(you want slight browning for flavor)
3. Build your bowl
Add rice Slice chicken and place on top Add cucumber, avocado, and pickled onions Finish with fresh cilantro + squeeze of lime
Total
Calories: ~550–650 Protein: ~30–35g Carbs: ~40–50g Fat: ~28–35g Fiber: ~7–10g
