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Chicken Enchilada Bowls

Easy Chicken Enchilada Bowls for a Cozy Family Dinner

These Chicken Enchilada Bowls combine tender chicken, zesty sauce, and hearty toppings for a comforting, customizable dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 breasts Boneless, Skinless Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For the Base
  • 1 cup White or Brown Rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth or Water For cooking the rice
For the Filling
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Can be fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup Enchilada Sauce
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican Blend)
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • 2 units Lime Wedges
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Jalapeños As desired
  • 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Massage spices into chicken.
  3. Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 5 minutes, then shred.
  4. Cook rice according to package instructions using chicken broth for added flavor.
  5. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, corn, and enchilada sauce until well combined.
  6. Spoon the mixture into serving bowls and top generously with shredded cheese.
  7. Broil for a few minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Top each bowl with fresh avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  9. Customize with optional toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or pico de gallo before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 3 months.

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