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Mango Salsa Chicken Bowls

Ingredients

  • 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts lightly pounded to an even thickness
  • 2 Tbsp avocado or olive oil divided
  • 1 small ripe avocado chopped or sliced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 4 cups salad greens of choice
  • 2-3 Tbsps fresh lime juice

Homemade Mango Salsa:

  • 1 large ripe mango peeled pitted and cubed
  • a small handful of fresh mint or cilantro leaves chopped
  • 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 small red onion diced small
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and diced
  • juice of 1 fresh lime
  • pinch of sea salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Season chicken breast with sea salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of your oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the center, 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Set meat aside on a cutting board, covered, to rest for 5 minutes, then slice it against the grain.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine all mango salsa ingredients, gently stir.
  • To assemble your bowls, divide the salad greens between 2 bowls, then top each equally with cooked quinoa or rice, sliced chicken, avocado and mango salsa.
  • Drizzle each with a bit of oil and fresh lime juice, then ENJOY!