Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    311 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Peruvian

Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls

With lots of delicious, vibrant flavor, juicy, tender chicken and a boatload of fresh healthy veggies, these Peruvian Chicken Rice Bowls take the humble chicken breast from ordinary to super extraordinary!

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Ingredients

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For the rub:

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Finely grated zest from 1 medium lemon

For the sauce:

  • ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger

For the chicken:

  • 1 ½-2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 medium-size breasts
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

For the black beans and peppers

  • 1 or 2 .5-ounce Cans Black Beans
  • 1 large bell pepper finely chopped
  • ½ medium red onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeño seeded and finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh finely chopped cilantro and/or basil

For serving:

  • cooked jasmine rice
  • fresh cilantro and/or basil
  • Peruvian Green Sauce optional
  • Sliced avocado optional
  • Lemon wedges optional
  • basil and/or cilantro leaves optional
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Instructions

For the rub:

  1. Combine brown sugar, garlic salt, cumin, both paprikas, oregano, pepper and lemon zest in a small bowl. Set aside.

For the sauce:

  1. Combine soy sauce, honey and ginger in a small bowl and whisk well to combine. Set aside.

For the chicken:

  1. Sprinkle the rub liberally on both sides of the chicken, Rub in with your fingers to coat well.
  2. Heat a medium large sauté pan (with a lid) over medium heat. Add the oil and butter and heat until it starts to sizzle just a bit. Add the chicken, smooth side down and cook for 3 minutes or until a nice golden brown.
  3. Flip to opposite side, cover the pan and lower the heat to medium low. Cook for 3-8 minutes (depending on the size of the breasts) or until internal temperature reaches 160˚F. If the breasts vary in size, the smaller ones will be done sooner. Remove the breasts from the pan as they reach 160˚F. Tent with foil to keep warm.

For the black beans and peppers:

  1. Add the sauce mixture to the pan, increase the heat and bring to a boil. Boil for 1-2 minutes scraping the bottom of the pan to stir up any brown residual (the fond). When the sauce thickens and gets more syrupy, add the beans and bring to a simmer. Cook for one minute then add the bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño and herbs. Stir well to combine.
  2. Serve the chicken in bowls with the rice and black bean mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro and/or basil leaves and lemon wedges. Sometimes I also add avocado slices.

Notes

  • See Café Tips above in the post for more detailed instructions and tips to ensure success.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 311kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Sodium 1723mg (72%) Potassium 777mg (22%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 1042IU (21%) Vitamin C 29mg (32%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 311 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 311kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 78mg 26%
Sodium 1723mg 72%
Potassium 777mg 17%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 1042IU 21%
Vitamin C 29mg 32%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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