High Protein Chicken Enchilada Bowls Zesty
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these flavorful High Protein Chicken Enchilada Bowls Zesty. Packed with protein and bold spices, this dish combines seasoned chicken, black beans, and brown rice for a satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, these bowls are customizable to suit dietary preferences while delivering on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice according to package instructions until fluffy; set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add diced chicken breast seasoned with taco seasoning. Cook until browned and fully cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.
- In individual bowls, layer brown rice as the base followed by the chicken-bean mixture.
- Top each bowl with shredded cheese, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately while warm or store in airtight containers for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg