Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Printable)

Zesty green enchilada sauce with shredded chicken, rice, beans, and fresh toppings in a vibrant Tex-Mex bowl.

# 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 black pepper, to taste

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine shredded chicken, green enchilada sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper. Stir frequently and heat until thoroughly warmed, about 5 minutes.
02 - Fluff the cooked rice and evenly distribute into four serving bowls.
03 - Top each bowl of rice with the warm green enchilada chicken, black beans, corn kernels, and diced red onion.
04 - Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, radishes, and crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
05 - Accompany each bowl with a lime wedge to squeeze over the dish just before eating.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Zesty green enchilada sauce for bold flavor
  • Quick and easy weeknight meal
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with sautéed zucchini, bell peppers, or extra black beans.
  • Brown rice or quinoa can be used for a whole-grain option.
03 -
  • Use fresh lime wedges to brighten the flavors before serving
  • Warm the enchilada sauce slightly to blend it better with chicken
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