Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant twist on dinner that’s as colorful as it is delicious! Our Fiesta Chicken Rice Bowls are a fiesta for your palate, combining tender chicken, zesty salsa, and hearty beans, all nestled on a bed of fluffy rice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 45 minutes from prep to plate. Plus, it’s customizable to suit your family's preferences, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Dive into this flavor-packed dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing chicken breast into uniform 1-inch cubes. Drain and rinse black beans, measure out corn, and slice avocado.
- Season diced chicken with cumin, salt, and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of oil.
- Cook chicken in the skillet, stirring occasionally, until pieces are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F), approximately 8-10 minutes.
- While chicken is cooking, warm the cooked rice in a separate pan or microwave to ensure it's heated evenly.
- Add black beans and corn to the chicken skillet, stirring to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour salsa over the chicken, beans, and corn mixture, stirring to coat and create a cohesive filling.
- Divide warm rice into four serving bowls as a base.
- Spoon the chicken, bean, and corn mixture over the rice in each bowl.
- Top each bowl with fresh sliced avocado and chopped cilantro for garnish.
- Serve immediately while hot, optionally with additional salsa or sour cream on the side.
Tips
- Prep Ahead: Save time by prepping your ingredients in advance. Dice the chicken and slice the avocado earlier in the day, so you can whip up this dish in no time during dinner.
- Customize Your Bowl: Feel free to add your favorite toppings or ingredients! Consider adding jalapeños for some heat, or swapping out the black beans for pinto beans if you prefer.
- Perfectly Cooked Chicken: To ensure your chicken is juicy and flavorful, avoid overcrowding the skillet. Cook in batches if necessary to achieve that perfect golden-brown sear.
- Warm Your Rice: Make sure to warm your rice thoroughly before serving. This keeps the dish hot and enhances the overall flavor when combined with the other ingredients.
- Garnish for Freshness: Don’t skip the cilantro! It adds a burst of freshness that elevates the dish. You can also squeeze some lime juice over the top for an extra zing.
- Leftover Magic: If you have leftovers, store the components separately to maintain freshness. The chicken mixture can be used in wraps or salads the next day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 85mg
