Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl with Avocado & Cucumber Salad, a perfect dish for any weeknight or casual gathering. This meal features tender, spiced chicken served over fluffy rice, complemented by creamy avocado and a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this bowl is not only visually appealing but also packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a nourishing choice that satisfies both hunger and taste buds. Customize the spice level and add your favorite veggies to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to spice preference)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp diced red onion
- 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp spicy mayo (mayonnaise mixed with sriracha)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice with water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes until fluffy.
- While the rice cooks, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped parsley or dill; season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble by placing cooked rice in a bowl topped with chicken pieces, avocado slices, and cucumber salad. Drizzle spicy mayo over everything before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg