Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Print)

Zesty bowl of chicken, rice, beans, & fresh toppings for a vibrant Tex-Mex meal any night.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Grains

02 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Sauce

03 - 1 1/2 cups green enchilada sauce

→ Vegetables & Toppings

04 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
05 - 1 cup corn kernels
06 - 1/2 cup diced red onion
07 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
08 - 1 avocado, sliced
09 - 1/2 cup sliced radishes
10 - 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese
11 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Seasonings

12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper. Stir to blend and heat until fully warmed, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff the cooked rice using a fork and distribute evenly among four serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl of rice with hot chicken enchilada mixture, black beans, corn, and diced red onion.
04 - Finish each bowl by adding cilantro, sliced avocado, radishes, and crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
05 - Present each bowl accompanied by a lime wedge for squeezing over the top prior to serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy for busy weeknights
  • Customizable with fresh toppings and whole-grain options
02 -
  • Contains dairy; cheese can be omitted for allergy concerns
  • If gluten-free is required, verify enchilada sauce ingredients
03 -
  • Pickled jalapenos or hot sauce add a spicy kick
  • Pair this bowl with citrusy sparkling water or crisp Mexican lager
Back