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Savor the Flavor: The Ultimate Chicken Enchilada Bowl Recipe

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A vibrant, nourishing chicken enchilada bowl layered with spiced chicken, veggies, and zesty enchilada flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of cooked brown rice
  • 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 jalapeño, sliced
  • Optional: 1/4 cup sliced olives
  • Optional: Lime wedges
  • Optional: Pico de gallo
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon cumin

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional cumin for 20 minutes.
  2. Dice bell peppers, rinse black beans, and gather remaining ingredients.
  3. Cook brown rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  4. Heat skillet over medium-high, cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until done. Rest and slice.
  5. Sauté diced peppers and corn in the same skillet for 5 minutes.
  6. Return sliced chicken to skillet, add black beans, and stir to combine.
  7. Assemble bowls: base of rice, topped with chicken mixture.
  8. Add shredded cheese, avocado slices, sour cream, and cilantro.
  9. Top with optional jalapeños, olives, or pico de gallo. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Grill chicken or roast peppers for deeper flavor. Rotisserie chicken works well to save time. Avoid overcooking chicken and oversalting due to cheese and beans.

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Keywords: chicken enchilada bowl, healthy dinner, Mexican bowl, meal prep

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