Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Print Version)

A vibrant Tex-Mex bowl featuring zesty sauce, tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings for busy weeknights.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (rotisserie or poached)

→ Grains

02 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Sauce

03 - 1 1/2 cups green enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)

→ Vegetables & Toppings

04 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
05 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
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

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff the cooked rice and divide evenly among four serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl of rice with the warm chicken mixture, black beans, corn, and diced red onion.
04 - Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, sliced radishes, and crumbled cheese.
05 - Serve each bowl with a lime wedge for squeezing just before eating.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fast and easy to assemble with simple ingredients
  • Delivers classic Tex-Mex flavors and lots of fresh toppings
02 -
  • Substitute with sautéed vegetables or extra beans for a vegetarian bowl
  • Green enchilada sauce can contain gluten—check the label if you need gluten-free
03 -
  • Prep all toppings ahead of time for an even faster assembly
  • Warm your bowls before serving to keep the meal hot longer
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