Simple Recipes for Every Day
Rice Bowl with Turmeric Ginger Chicken
- Serves: 6
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice, from 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
For the Cilantro Ranch
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
For serving
- Cilantro lime rice
- Red cabbage, thinly shaved
- Avocado, pitted and thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro leaves for serving
Method
In a large bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, ginger, cilantro, lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat well. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the chicken in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, 2-3 minutes per side, continue cooking flipping every 2-3 minutes to prevent burning, until cooked through and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 5-6 minutes longer. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board. Slice the chicken.
Meanwhile, make the Cilantro Ranch. In the base of a food processor or blender, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, jalapeño, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
To serve, divide the cilantro lime rice between 6 bowls. Top with the chicken, red cabbage, and avocado. Drizzle with cilantro ranch and garnish with fresh cilantro.