High Protein Lime Caesar Chicken Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 cup Jasmine rice (cooked)
• 1 can Sweet corn (drained)
• Fresh cilantro (for bowl base and garnish)
• Chili flakes (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• 1.5 lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs (diced into small bite-sized pieces)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• Salt (for seasoning chicken)
• Garlic powder (for seasoning chicken)
• Onion powder (for seasoning chicken)
• Paprika (for seasoning chicken)
• Italian seasoning (for seasoning chicken)
• 1 Lime juice (squeezed over cooked chicken)
• 0.75 cup Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp Light mayo
• 1 Lime juice (juice of 1 lime for dressing)
• 2 tbsp Grated parmesan
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 Anchovy fillet
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 handful Fresh cilantro (small handful for dressing)
• Water (a splash to thin dressing)

Steps

1. 1

   Dice the boneless skinless chicken thighs into small, bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Season the chicken heavily on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

3. 3

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces until they are golden brown with crispy edges. Alternatively, air fry the chicken at 390°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.

4. 4

   Once the chicken is cooked, finish it with a fresh squeeze of lime juice.

5. 5

   Prepare the Lime Caesar Dressing by adding 3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons light mayo, the juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 anchovy fillet, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, a small handful of cilantro, salt, pepper, and a splash of water into a blender.

6. 6

   Blend the dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.

7. 7

   In a large bowl or meal prep containers, combine the 2 cups of cooked jasmine rice and the can of sweet corn.

8. 8

   Top the rice and corn mixture with the crispy chicken thighs.

9. 9

   Drizzle the bowls heavily with the prepared lime Caesar dressing.

10. 10

    Finish the bowls with a garnish of fresh cilantro, chili flakes, black pepper, and an additional squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Notes

This recipe is excellent for high-protein meal prep. The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. For the best flavor, ensure the chicken is seared until truly crispy.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• high-protein
• meal prep
• lunch
• healthy
• chicken
• low-calorie