Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl with Avocado & Cucumber Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Spicy Chicken Rice Bowl with Avocado & Cucumber Salad. This delicious meal is a perfect blend of juicy spiced chicken, creamy avocado, fluffy rice, and a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch or dinner, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night at home. With its eye-catching presentation and customizable ingredients, this dish is sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet/Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to spice preference)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp diced red onion
- 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp spicy mayo (mayonnaise mixed with sriracha)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until water runs clear. Combine with water and salt in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a skillet, toss chicken cubes with olive oil and spices. Cook over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
- In a bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley or dill, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
- Assemble by adding rice to a serving bowl topped with chicken, salad, and avocado slices. Drizzle with spicy mayo before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg