Southwest Organic Chicken & Veggie Bowl with Chipotle Lime Dressing

Weeknight meals can’t get any better than this simple bowl with perfectly spiced chicken and seasoned vegetables, served with avocado slices, shredded lettuce, and riced cauliflower topped with a chipotle lime dressing. A fun—and delicious—recipe the whole family will love!

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1 tablespoon Natural Grocers® Brand Organic Extra Virgin Unrefined Coconut Oil, divided
1 1⁄2 pounds skinless organic chicken breasts (3-4 breasts)
2 1⁄2 teaspoons Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Real Salt, divided
1 tablespoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Taco Seasoning
2 tablespoons Natural Grocers Brand Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
1⁄2 medium organic onion, cut into 1-inch-thick slices
1 organic bell pepper (green, red, yellow, or orange), cut into 1-inch-thick slices
1 medium organic zucchini, cut into ¼ - 1/2-inch rounds
1 (10-ounce) bag Natural Grocers Brand Organic Frozen Riced Cauliflower
4 cups shredded organic lettuce
1 organic avocado, pitted and sliced
1 organic lime, quartered
For the dressing
1⁄2 cup Chipotle Lime Avocado Oil Mayonnaise
1⁄4 cup organic salsa, or more as desired for serving (optional)
1 teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
1⁄2 teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Organic Grade A Dark Maple Syrup
Optional ingredients
diced organic tomato
minced organic cilantro
Natural Grocers Brand Organic Mexican Blend Cheese Shreds

1. Grease a grill pan or heavy skillet with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and set over medium heat.

2. Slice each chicken breast into 3-4 strips (approximately 1-inch wide, aiming for an even thickness in each strip). Transfer to a bowl and add 2 teaspoons of salt, the taco seasoning, and one tablespoon of olive oil. Toss until well coated.

3. Add the chicken to the hot pan and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is no longer pink. Transfer to a plate and set aside. While the chicken cooks, prepare the onion and pepper. Place the onion and pepper in a bowl, drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and lightly season with salt.

4. Grease the skillet again with a teaspoon of coconut oil and increase the temperature to medium-high. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 6-7 minutes, turning halfway through, until softened and lightly browned. Transfer to a plate and set aside. While the onion and pepper cook, prepare the zucchini. Add the zucchini to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to the plate with the peppers and onion and season lightly with salt, to taste.

5. While the vegetables cook, prepare the cauliflower rice according to package instructions, draining any excess water, and add back to the pan with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Season with salt, to taste.

6. Mix the dressing ingredients together and set aside for serving.

7. Divide all ingredients equally among four bowls, squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken and veggies, and drizzle approximately 1 tablespoon of dressing over each serving. Place the extra dressing on the table for serving.

per one serving

Calories Carbohydrates Protein Fat Fiber
654 kcal 15 g 50 g 43 g 6 g

Recommended Beverage: Beer

Recommended Style: Lager

Recommended Brand: Samuel Smith Organic Lager