Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Print Version)

Chicken, rice, and zesty sauce blend with fresh toppings for a vibrant, easy Tex-Mex bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded chicken breast, green enchilada sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly and heat until evenly warmed, about 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff the cooked rice and distribute evenly into four serving bowls.
03 - Place the heated chicken mixture over the rice. Top each bowl with black beans, corn kernels, and diced red onion.
04 - Finish each bowl by adding chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, sliced radishes, and crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
05 - Serve each portion with a lime wedge on the side for squeezing over the bowl just before eating.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with sautéed zucchini, bell peppers, or extra black beans.
  • Try adding pickled jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
  • Brown rice or quinoa can be used for a whole-grain option.
  • Pair with a crisp Mexican lager or a citrusy sparkling water.
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