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Close-up of a high protein chicken enchilada bowl with vibrant toppings and creamy sauce.

High Protein Chicken Enchilada Bowl


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A nutritious and flavorful high-protein chicken enchilada bowl packed with tender chicken, black beans, brown rice, and topped with a zesty enchilada sauce and fresh garnishes. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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1 cup uncooked brown rice
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup enchilada sauce
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 lime, cut into wedges


Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned.
Add the diced red bell pepper, red onion, and corn kernels to the skillet with the chicken. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Stir in the black beans and 3/4 cup of the enchilada sauce. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through.
To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked brown rice evenly among four serving bowls.
Top each bowl with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
Drizzle the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of each bowl.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over each bowl while hot to allow it to melt slightly.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt on each bowl.
Serve each bowl with a lime wedge on the side for squeezing over the top.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes