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Smoky Chipotle BBQ Chicken Rice

Smoky Chipotle BBQ Chicken Rice

Delicious Smoky Chipotle BBQ Chicken Rice is a vibrant dish featuring juicy grilled chicken, savory jasmin rice, and zesty toppings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 3-4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 lbs
  • 1 cup smoky chipotle sauce
Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
Toppings
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 unit lime juice of
  • 1 unit avocado sliced
Spices
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. Marinate chicken in smoky chipotle sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Rinse and cook jasmine rice according to package directions.
  3. Grill marinated chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. While cooking, prepare toppings by chopping cilantro, slicing avocado, and squeezing lime juice over them.
  5. To serve, fluff rice on plates, top with grilled chicken, drizzle with additional smoky chipotle sauce, and garnish with cilantro and avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 36gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by swapping jasmine rice for brown rice or quinoa and adding your favorite vegetables or spices for an extra twist.

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