Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (View Print Version)

A flavorful bowl combining chicken, rice, green enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, and fresh toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie or poached)

→ Grains

02 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Sauce

03 - 1 1/2 cups green enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)

→ Vegetables & Toppings

04 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
05 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
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

# Method:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and heat until thoroughly warmed, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff cooked rice and distribute evenly into four serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl of rice with warm enchilada chicken mixture, black beans, corn kernels, and diced red onion.
04 - Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, radish slices, and crumbled cheese.
05 - Provide a lime wedge with each serving for squeezing over the dish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy nights
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings and proteins
02 -
  • The bowl can be made vegetarian by swapping the chicken for vegetables or extra beans
  • Check enchilada sauce for gluten if cooking for gluten-free diets
03 -
  • Warm tortillas on the side for extra heartiness
  • Double the batch to have easy lunches ready for the next day
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