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Spicy Chicken Poke Bowls

 

Serves: 4

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Courtesy of Glow Recipes shared on Facebook 4.2.26

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Pico de gallo is a type of salsa from Mexico that's also known as 'salsa fresca', 'salsa bandera' or 'salsa cruda'. It contains less liquid than a traditional salsa, and is composed of only fresh ingredients. These typically include finely chopped tomatoes, onions and jalapeño, plus salt, lime juice and coriander. You can vary the spice levels to taste by altering the amount of jalapeño used.  - BBC Good Food

 

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Ingredients

For the Taco Chicken

 

• 700 g (1½ lb) boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced or use Quorn or Tofu

• 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil

• 2 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ¾ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Juice of ½ lime (about 15 ml / 1 tbsp)

 

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For the Cilantro Lime Rice

 

• 1½ cups (300 g) long-grain white or brown rice

• 3 cups (720 ml) water or chicken stock

• Juice of ½ lime (about 15 ml / 1 tbsp)

• 2 tbsp (8 g) fresh cilantro, finely chopped

• ¼ tsp salt

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For the Bowl

 

• 1 cup (170 g) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)

• 1 ripe avocado, diced

• ½ small red onion, finely sliced

 

Optional Toppings

 

• Greek yogurt or sour cream

• Extra lime wedges

• Salsa or pico de gallo (4 tomatoes, chopped, 1 red onion chopped, 1 tbsp jalapeno peppers, 2 garlic cloves, small bunch of coriander, Juice of 1 lime) - Season and stir ingredients, store in fridge until required.

 

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Method

 

1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
    

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
    

3. Cook rice according to package instructions using water or stock. Fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
    

4. Warm black beans and corn gently in a small saucepan or microwave.
    

5. Assemble bowls by layering cilantro lime rice, taco chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
    

6. Finish with optional toppings and serve immediately while warm.