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Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, & Creamy Sauce

Delicious Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn & Creamy Sauce

This Chicken Bowl with Black Beans, Corn, & Creamy Sauce is a hearty dish that combines bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs Thighs for more flavor or breasts for leaner cuts; rotisserie chicken can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Substitute with avocado oil if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Can swap with lemon juice if needed.
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic Garlic powder is a faster alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle chili powder Smoked paprika mixed with cayenne is a good replacement.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Bowl Ingredients
  • 1 can Cooked black beans Can substitute with pinto beans or kidney beans.
  • 1 cup Corn Grilled, roasted, or canned; frozen corn is also an option.
  • 1 large Avocado Sliced; diced firm tofu is a great vegan substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Can substitute with parsley if needed.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt Light sour cream or plant-based yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle peppers in adobo Minced; can use extra chipotle powder if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • grill or stovetop skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
  2. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through at 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  3. Warm the cooked black beans in a saucepan over medium heat with cumin and salt for about 5 minutes. Prepare corn as desired.
  4. Whisk together sour cream, lime juice, minced chipotle, garlic powder, and honey until smooth. Adjust flavors to taste.
  5. To assemble, layer warmed black beans at the bottom of serving bowls, then add corn, avocado slices, sliced chicken, and drizzle with creamy sauce. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best results, strive to marinate the chicken overnight and use fresh, vibrant ingredients.

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