Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Printable)

A colorful bowl with enchilada sauce, chicken, rice, beans, corn, avocado, and cheese for an easy wholesome meal.

# Components:

→ 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, 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, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff cooked rice and evenly distribute among four serving bowls.
03 - Top the rice in each bowl with warm green enchilada chicken, black beans, corn, and diced red onion.
04 - Garnish bowls with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, radishes, and crumbled cheese.
05 - Serve each bowl with a lime wedge for adding fresh citrus flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy for busy weeknights
  • Customizable with simple swaps for vegetarian or whole-grain
02 -
  • Check enchilada sauce label if gluten-free is needed
  • Avocado and cheese can be omitted for allergy concerns
03 -
  • Swap chicken for sautéed zucchini or extra beans for a vegetarian bowl
  • Top with pickled jalapeños or hot sauce for an extra kick
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