Smoky Chicken Skewer Bowl (Printable)
Smoky grilled chicken skewers with brown rice, black beans, fresh veggies and zesty yogurt sauce, ready in 45 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Smoky Chicken Skewers
01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Juice of 1 lime
10 - Bamboo or metal skewers
→ Bowl Base
11 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
13 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned
→ Fresh Toppings
14 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
16 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
17 - 1 avocado, sliced
18 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - Lime wedges, for serving
→ Zesty Yogurt Sauce
20 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
21 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
22 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
23 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chipotle chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Add chicken and toss until fully coated. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
02 - Thread the marinated chicken evenly onto bamboo or metal skewers.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken skewers for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - In a small bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
05 - Evenly divide brown rice, black beans, and corn into four serving bowls. Arrange grilled chicken skewers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and cilantro on top.
06 - Drizzle each bowl with zesty yogurt sauce and garnish with lime wedges before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of smoky grilled chicken and cool creamy sauce hits every craving in one bite
- Everything can be prepped ahead, making weeknight dinners feel like a treat
02 -
- Soaking bamboo skewers for 30 minutes prevents them from burning on the grill
- Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling keeps it juicy
03 -
- Cut all your vegetables into similar sizes for the best eating experience
- The chicken can be grilled a day ahead and served cold