Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that is packed with flavor and easy to customize? These easy chicken taco rice bowls are the perfect solution. With tender seasoned chicken, fluffy rice, fresh toppings, and creamy additions, this dish brings together everything you love about tacos in a simple bowl format. It is one of those go to food ideas that works for busy weeknights, meal prep, or even a casual weekend dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 packet taco seasoning
1/3 cup chicken broth
2 cups cooked white or brown rice
1 cup black beans
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 avocado diced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 lime cut into wedges
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the shredded chicken.
2. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken and pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine.
3. Let the chicken simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes until heated through and well coated.
4. Warm the cooked rice and black beans separately until hot.
5. Prepare toppings by dicing tomatoes and avocado, and chopping cilantro and green onions.
6. Assemble bowls by adding rice as the base, followed by black beans and seasoned chicken.
7. Add toppings including cheese, tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream.
8. Finish with fresh cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
For a healthier option, swap sour cream with Greek yogurt.
Keep toppings separate when storing to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg