Fusion Recipe Lab / Recipe

Soy Citrus Pollo Asado Bowl

Citrus-marinated chicken with soy glaze, corn, and avocado on warm rice.

Vehicle

rice bowl

Inspiration

Mexican / Chinese

Flavor Profile

citrusy, savory, smoky

Meal Type

dinner

Protein

chicken

Spice Level

mild

Texture

saucy

Difficulty

easy

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Prep Style

meal-prep

Tags

rice-based, chicken, meal-prep, mild

Notebook Entry

Description

This bowl keeps pollo asado’s citrus backbone while adding soy for a deeper savory finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup roasted corn
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Preparation

  1. Marinate chicken with citrus juices, soy sauce, paprika, and garlic for 15 minutes.
  2. Grill or pan-sear chicken until cooked through.
  3. Slice chicken.
  4. Warm rice and corn.

Assembly

  1. Add rice to bowls.
  2. Top with pollo asado, corn, and avocado.

Serving Suggestions

  • Add pico de gallo.
  • Serve with lime wedges.

Notes or Variations

  • Chicken breast works but thighs stay juicier.
  • Add black beans for extra protein.