Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl with Avocado & Cucumber Salad. This delectable dish features juicy, spiced chicken served over fluffy white rice, topped with creamy avocado and a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad. The addition of zesty spicy mayo adds a tantalizing kick that will awaken your taste buds. Perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also customizable—allowing you to incorporate your favorite vegetables or proteins. Packed with nourishing ingredients, this bowl is a delightful blend of taste and nutrition, making it an ideal meal prep option for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 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
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp spicy mayo (mayonnaise mixed with sriracha)
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice with water and a pinch of salt in a pot. Bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 12-15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a mixing bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- In a small bowl, combine sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped parsley or dill, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until mixed well.
- In a serving bowl, add a generous portion of cooked rice as your base. Arrange sliced avocado on top along with cooked chicken pieces. Finally, add the cucumber salad on top before drizzling with spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg