Costa Rica-Inspired High Protein Chicken Bowl
This Costa Rica-Inspired High Protein Chicken Bowl is a vibrant fusion of bold Latin flavors and macro-friendly ingredients. Marinated chicken breast is infused with citrus juices, soy sauce, and a blend of aromatic spices before being grilled to perfection. Served over fluffy jasmine rice with black beans, sautéed peppers, and a fresh mango salsa, this bowl delivers sweet, smoky, tangy, and savory all in one bite. This is ideal for meal prep or a flavorful post-workout dinner. Topped with fresh cilantro and lime, this dish is as nourishing as it is satisfying.

Costa Rica-Inspired High Protein Chicken Bowl
ByIngredients
For the Chicken Marinade
For the Bowls
For the Fresh Mango Salsa
Instructions
- Step 1
In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, soy sauce, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Step 2
Add diced chicken to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours in the fridge).
- Step 3
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Step 4
In another pan, sauté bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic until soft and slightly caramelized.
- Step 5
To make the mango salsa, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and chill.
- Step 6
Assemble each bowl with a base of jasmine rice and black beans. Top with sautéed veggies, grilled chicken, and mango salsa.
- Step 7
Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve warm or store for meal prep.
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