Pulled Chicken Guacamole Bowl (Print version)
Tender spiced chicken with creamy guacamole, fresh vegetables and wholesome rice base
# What you'll need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs)
02 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Guacamole
10 - 2 ripe avocados
11 - 1 small tomato, diced
12 - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
13 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
14 - Juice of 1 lime
15 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Salt, to taste
→ Bowl Base & Toppings
17 - 2 cups cooked brown rice
18 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
20 - 1 cup corn kernels
21 - 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
22 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
23 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Method:
01 - Place chicken breasts, chicken broth, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cover and cook for 18–20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender. Remove chicken from the pan, shred with two forks, then return to the pan and toss with remaining juices.
02 - In a medium bowl, mash the avocados until mostly smooth. Stir in diced tomato, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix well.
03 - Divide rice between 4 bowls. Top each with pulled chicken, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, and shredded cabbage. Add a generous scoop of guacamole to each bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The combination of warm spiced chicken and cool creamy guacamole hits every satisfying texture in one bite
- Everything can be prepped ahead so weeknight dinners feel effortless and restaurant quality
02 -
- Overcooking the chicken makes it tough and dry so watch the clock closely on that simmer time
- The guacamole needs enough salt to pop against the other ingredients so taste as you go
03 -
- Let the chicken cool slightly in the cooking liquid so it stays incredibly juicy when shredded
- Keep the avocado pit in leftover guacamole to help prevent browning