Monday, January 26, 2015

Honey Lime Chicken Fajita Bowl

So its no secret that I'm a lover of all things Mexican...okay, well Mexican food primarily!!  The flavor profile is explosive and there are endless opportunities!  So...I will continue to create masterpieces in as many variations as possible!!  This dish is no exception!!

1/4 lime juice
2 tbsp. honey
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. white vinegar
1 tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp liquid smoke
2 tsp chipotle chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper


Mix all ingredients together and split marinade in 1/2.

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts - Use 1/2 the marinade with the chicken and put in a Ziploc bag.  Let marinate for 6-10 hours.

Remaining marinade
1/3 cup honey
1 yellow onion, sliced
2 peppers, sliced (I like red and green, but any combo would work)
1 1/2 cups sweet corn (frozen or fresh is best)
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

Mix together and let marinade for at least 30 minutes

1 cup sour cream
2 tbsp. lime juice
2 tsp chipotle chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
dash of cayenne
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped

Mix together and let chill in fridge while the rest of the food is marinating.

Serve with cilantro lime rice, Monterey jack cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, crushed tortilla chips, etc...

To finish the meal off, grill the chicken and veggies until the meat is cooked through, and the veggies are charred and tender.  Let the meat rest for 10-15 minutes and then slice.  To assemble, place rice in a bowl and top with veggies and chicken, sprinkle cheese over the top and then slather with cilantro lime crema.  Use additional toppings to finish the whole she-bang off!!  Enjoy!!

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