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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls with Peach Salsa Easy Recipe

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls with Peach Salsa are a fresh and colorful meal made with juicy lime-marinated chicken, sweet peach salsa, rice or grains, and healthy toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep lunches, summer gatherings, family meals, or healthy entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups peaches, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 small jalapeño, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 avocado, sliced optional
  • 1/2 cup black beans optional
  • 1/2 cup corn optional
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage optional
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt optional
  • 2 tablespoons cotija cheese optional

Instructions

  1. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  3. Mix peaches, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to make salsa.
  4. Cook chicken by grilling, baking, or pan-searing until fully cooked.
  5. Rest chicken for 5 minutes, then slice.
  6. Divide cooked rice or quinoa among serving bowls.
  7. Top with sliced chicken and peach salsa.
  8. Add avocado, beans, corn, cabbage, yogurt, cheese, or desired toppings.
  9. Finish with fresh lime wedges and extra cilantro.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ripe peaches for best sweetness and texture.
  • Chicken thighs stay extra juicy.
  • Keep salsa chilled until serving.
  • Use cauliflower rice for a low carb version.
  • Store ingredients separately for meal prep.
  • Add avocado just before serving.
  • Adjust jalapeño for preferred spice level.
  • Great healthy summer dinner recipe.
  • Nectarines can replace peaches.
  • Omit jalapeño for kids.
  • Grilling adds extra smoky flavor.
  • Fresh lime juice gives best taste.

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