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Easy Healthy Grilled Corn and Black Bean Chicken Bowls – Quick High-Protein Meal Prep

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These Grilled Corn and Black Bean Chicken Bowls are a quick, nutritious, and flavor-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Juicy grilled chicken, smoky corn, hearty black beans, and fresh toppings come together for a balanced and satisfying bowl.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts (about 500600 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa (or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 ½ cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 can (400g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Optional toppings: cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, salsa, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to create marinade.
  2. Coat chicken and marinate for 15–30 minutes.
  3. Cook rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice and set aside.
  4. Grill chicken over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked, then rest and slice.
  5. Char corn in a pan or grill until lightly smoky.
  6. Assemble bowls with base, chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, and avocado.
  7. Add toppings and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Marinating longer enhances flavor.
  • Cauliflower rice makes it lower-carb.
  • Fresh lime juice at the end boosts flavor.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern