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A delicious plate of Chicken Enchilada Bowls

Chicken Enchilada Bowls

Delicious and hearty Chicken Enchilada Bowls topped with fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 240 ml enchilada sauce
  • 425 g black beans rinsed and drained
  • 150 g corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 185 g cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 120 g shredded cheese cheddar or a blend
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 75 g diced tomatoes
  • 15 g chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat a bit of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
  2. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, stir in the shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and more salt and pepper to taste. Heat for about 5 minutes until heated through.
  4. While the chicken mixture is warming, cook your brown rice or quinoa according to package directions.
  5. In serving bowls, layer the brown rice or quinoa and then spoon the chicken mixture on top.
  6. Top each bowl with shredded cheese, diced avocado, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preference. These bowls are great for meal prep too!