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Chipotle Adobo Grilled Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Smoky adobo grilled chicken, cilantro-lime grains, and seasoned black beans.

Skip the takeout line and high sodium counts with these meal-prep-optimized chipotle chicken burrito bowls. Chicken breasts are bathed in an adobo marinade made with Greek yogurt, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and lime juice, which caramelizes over the grill while keeping the chicken incredibly moist. Layered over fluffy brown rice and seasoned black beans, this is our most requested workweek lunch.

⏱PREP TIME20 min
🔥COOK TIME20 min
🍱BATCH YIELD4 Meals
🧊SHELF LIFE5 Days
Chipotle Adobo Grilled Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
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Chipotle Adobo Marinade & Chicken

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Step-by-Step Batch Method

7 Chef Steps
  1. 1

    In a mini blender or food processor, combine Greek yogurt, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic, and sea salt. Puree until completely smooth.

  2. 2

    Place chicken breasts in a bowl or zip-top bag, pour the marinade over, and coat thoroughly. Marinate for 25 minutes at room temperature or up to 8 hours in the fridge.

  3. 3

    Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, flipping once, until charred and internal temp reaches 165°F.

  4. 4

    Transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 8 minutes to lock in moisture, then slice into bite-sized cubes.

  5. 5

    Assemble four containers: divide 3/4 cup of cooked rice into each box, followed by seasoned black beans and roasted corn.

  6. 6

    Top each bowl with 5-6 oz of sliced chipotle chicken, a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro.

  7. 7

    Pack creamy jalapeño sauce in separate 1.5oz dressing cups to drizzle over warm bowls.

👨‍🍳 Pro Meal Prep Tips for This Dish

  • Why Greek yogurt marinade wins: yogurt enzymes gently tenderize lean chicken breast without making it mushy like harsh acidic marinades do.
  • Steaming reheat method: place a damp paper towel over the bowl during microwaving to rehydrate the rice and chicken perfectly.
  • Freezer batch friendly: assemble chicken, rice, beans, and corn in freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months.
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