Chipotle Hähnchen Reisschüssel (Druckfreundliche Version)

Würziges Hähnchen, Paprika und Avocado auf lockerer Reis-Basis – ideal für Liebhaber aromatischer Küche.

# Zutatenliste:

→ Main Bowl

01 - 1.1 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 3 tablespoons chipotle sauce
03 - 3 cups cooked rice (such as jasmine, basmati, or brown rice)
04 - 1/2 cup sautéed bell peppers, sliced
05 - 1/2 avocado, diced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - lime wedges, for serving
08 - salt, to taste
09 - pepper, to taste
10 - neutral oil, for sautéing

→ Optional Additions

11 - sour cream, for serving
12 - black beans, for serving
13 - cooked corn, for serving

→ Homemade Chipotle Marinade (if not using store-bought)

14 - 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
15 - 1 garlic clove
16 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
17 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
18 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
19 - juice of 1/2 lime
20 - salt, to taste

# Zubereitungsschritte:

01 - Combine chicken thighs or breasts with chipotle sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of neutral oil. Sear the marinated chicken on each side for 5 to 7 minutes, or until fully cooked and lightly browned. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into strips.
03 - In the same skillet, add a dash of oil if needed and cook the bell pepper strips for 3 to 5 minutes until just tender and aromatic. Season lightly with salt.
04 - Place 3/4 cup cooked rice into each bowl. Arrange chicken slices, sautéed peppers, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro on top.
05 - Squeeze fresh lime wedges over each bowl before serving. Add a dollop of sour cream, black beans, or corn if desired. Serve warm.
06 - Blend chipotle chiles, garlic, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small food processor or mortar and pestle until a smooth paste forms. Use to marinate the chicken as above.

# Zusätzliche Tipps:

01 - For a plant-based adaptation, substitute tofu cubes or marinated portobello mushrooms for chicken.
02 - For a low-carb alternative, swap cooked rice with cauliflower rice.
03 - All components can be prepared in advance and stored separately in the refrigerator for convenient meal prep.