Grilled Chicken Bowl with Corn, Jalapeños & Creamy Sauce

Here’s a bold, flavor-packed recipe for a Grilled Chicken Bowl with Corn, Jalapeños & Creamy Sauce — perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner!

🍗 Grilled Chicken Bowl with Corn, Jalapeños & Creamy Sauce

🥣 Ingredients:

For the grilled chicken:

• 2 chicken breasts (or thighs)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp cumin

• Salt & pepper

• Juice of ½ lime

For the bowl:

• 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)

• 1 cup corn (grilled, frozen, or canned)

• 1 fresh jalapeño, thinly sliced (remove seeds for less heat)

• ½ cup black beans (optional)

• ½ avocado, sliced

• Cherry tomatoes, halved

• Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

• Lime wedges

For the creamy sauce:

• ¼ cup mayo or Greek yogurt (or a mix)

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 1 tbsp hot sauce (like Cholula or sriracha)

• 1 tsp honey or agave

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Pinch of salt

🔥 Instructions:

1. Marinate & grill the chicken:

   • Rub chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice.

   • Grill over medium-high heat (or cook in a skillet) 5–6 minutes per side, until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.

2. Make the sauce:

   • Whisk together mayo or yogurt, lime juice, hot sauce, honey, garlic, and salt. Adjust to taste — add more lime for tang or honey for sweetness.

3. Assemble the bowl:

   • In each bowl, layer rice, corn, jalapeños, black beans, tomatoes, and sliced grilled chicken.

   • Drizzle with the creamy sauce.

   • Top with avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

🌶️ Optional Add-ons:

• Crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese

• Pickled red onions

• Tortilla strips or crushed chips for crunch

• Roasted poblano peppers or sautéed onions