Make It Count Kitchen

Looking for a quick and healthy dinner idea that’s packed with flavor? This Chicken, Rice, and Veggie Bowl has it all—tender chicken thighs, roasted sweet potatoes, corn, and fluffy rice, all drizzled with a creamy cilantro avocado sauce. It’s simple to make, meal-prep friendly, and full of nutrients without sacrificing taste.

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Ingredients

For the Bowl:

• 1 cup rice, cooked according to package directions
• 1 medium sweet potato, diced
• 6 oz chicken thigh
• ½ cup roasted corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 tsp avocado oil (optional, for tossing potatoes)
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp garlic powder

For the Cilantro Avocado Sauce:

• 1 ripe avocado
• Juice of 1 lime
• ½ cup water
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 handful fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Rice

• Prepare rice according to package directions and set aside as the base of your bowl.

Step 2: Air Fry the Sweet Potatoes

1. Dice the sweet potato into small cubes.
2. Toss with a drizzle of avocado oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder.
3. Air fry at 400°F for 10–15 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, dried oregano, and garlic powder.
2. Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through and lightly browned. Dice into bite-sized pieces once cooked.

Step 4: Roast the Corn

• If using fresh or frozen corn, roast in a skillet until slightly charred. If using canned, drain well and warm through.

Step 5: Make the Cilantro Avocado Sauce

• In a blender, combine avocado, lime juice, water, sea salt, garlic powder, and cilantro. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed for a pourable consistency.

Step 6: Assemble the Bowl

1. Add rice to the bottom of your bowl.
2. Top with diced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and corn.
3. Drizzle generously with the cilantro avocado sauce.

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Tips & Variations

• Meal Prep Friendly: Double the recipe and portion into containers for easy lunches.
• Make it lighter: Swap rice for cauliflower rice or quinoa.
• Extra toppings: Add black beans, shredded lettuce, or a sprinkle of cheese for more flavor and texture.

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Why You’ll Love It

• Balanced with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs.
• Flavorful sauce ties everything together.
• Quick, wholesome, and great for weeknight dinners.

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