Description
A comforting and customizable Taco Rice Bowl packed with zesty flavors and nutritious ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 1 lb ground chicken (or beef, or vegetarian substitute)
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, until fluffy and tender.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground chicken until it’s no longer pink. Don’t forget to drain any excess fat if needed.
- Add the taco seasoning and a splash of water. Mix well until the spices are fully integrated into the meat.
- Stir in the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes—cooking until every ingredient is heated through.
- Assemble the rice bowls by placing a generous helping of rice at the bottom, then topping it with the chicken mixture.
- Add a sprinkle of shredded cheese, diced avocado, and crown it all with fresh cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for that zesty kick!
Notes
This bowl is customizable; feel free to swap proteins and add different vegetables. Meal prep friendly and can be stored for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg