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Sizzle Up Your Taste Buds with Southwest Spiced Chicken Rice Bowls

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These Southwest Spiced Chicken Rice Bowls are a flavorful and nutritious meal, combining marinated chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy avocado over a bed of rice.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the chicken, cut into pieces, and marinate with spices for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add marinated chicken, and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Add bell pepper and corn to the skillet, sauté until tender.
  5. Fold in black beans and heat through for 2 minutes.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken mixture, avocado, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken longer enhances the flavor.
  • Cooking rice in chicken broth adds extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: Southwestern
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg