A zesty Tex-Mex bowl with chicken, green sauce, rice, beans, and vibrant toppings for a simple dinner.
# Components:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
→ Grains
02 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
→ Sauce
03 - 1 1/2 cups green enchilada sauce
→ Vegetables & Toppings
04 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
05 - 1 cup corn kernels
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
# Directions:
01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly and heat until the mixture is warmed through, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff the cooked rice using a fork, then evenly divide it among four serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl of rice with a portion of the warm chicken mixture, followed by black beans, corn, and diced red onion.
04 - Finish each bowl with freshly chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, radishes, and the cheese of your choice.
05 - Add a lime wedge to each bowl for squeezing over the toppings just before enjoying.
