Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Printer View)

Zesty green sauce, shredded chicken, rice, and fresh toppings combine in a vibrant Tex-Mex bowl.

# What you'll need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (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, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff the cooked rice and evenly divide it into four serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl of rice with the warm enchilada chicken mixture, black beans, corn, and diced red onion.
04 - Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, radishes, and crumbled cheese.
05 - Offer a lime wedge alongside each bowl for squeezing over the dish before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy for busy nights
  • Customizable with vegetables or grains
02 -
  • Check enchilada sauce labels for gluten-free certification if needed
  • Avocado and cheese are optional for those with allergies
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken for even faster prep
  • Swap brown rice or quinoa for a whole-grain base
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