Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
– 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
– 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
– Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Mouthwatering BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls is easy when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Cook the Rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions. Set aside once cooked.
2. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
4. Cook the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
5. Add BBQ Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked, pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes, coating the chicken well.
6. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix it with the BBQ sauce.
7. Prepare the Vegetables: In a separate pot, heat the corn and black beans until warm. Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Assemble the Bowls: In each serving bowl, layer cooked rice, BBQ chicken, and the vegetable mixture.
9. Garnish: Top each bowl with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible bowls effortlessly, ensuring a delicious meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g