Cilantro Lime Chicken Cauliflower Bowls (Print Version)

Juicy marinated chicken with seasoned cauliflower rice, fresh veggies, and tangy lime cilantro flavors.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
03 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
04 - 2 teaspoons olive oil
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cauliflower Rice

10 - 1 large head cauliflower, about 6 cups florets
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

→ Toppings

16 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
17 - 1 avocado, sliced
18 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
19 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
20 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor development.
02 - While chicken marinates, remove leaves and core from cauliflower. Chop into florets and pulse in a food processor until the texture resembles rice grains. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add processed cauliflower rice, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until tender. Stir in lime juice and cilantro, then transfer to a warm bowl.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
05 - Divide cauliflower rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each portion with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, red onion, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • High in protein with 36g per serving and only 320 calories.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes.
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, catering to various dietary needs.
02 -
  • If you want an even lighter option, you can substitute the avocado with a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt.
  • Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the cauliflower to get a nice sauté rather than steaming the rice.
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