Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl (Printable)

A vibrant bowl combining green enchilada sauce, chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings for a satisfying dish.

# What You Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with fresh Tex-Mex flavors
  • Quick and easy for busy weeknights
02 -
  • Use certified gluten-free enchilada sauce for gluten-free diets
  • Omit cheese or avocado if sensitive to dairy or avocado
03 -
  • Add pickled jalapenos or hot sauce for extra heat
  • Prep toppings ahead of time for speedy assembly
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