Looking for a quick, healthy, and insanely flavorful dinner idea? These Southwest Rice Bowls are the answer! Packed with protein, veggies, and great flavor, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple to make. Whether you’re making a weeknight meal for the family or meal prepping for the week ahead, these bowls are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, they’re gluten-free and easy to customize with your favorite toppings!
Southwest Rice Bowls
INGREDIENTS
- 12 ounces chicken breast (cut into 2 inch pieces)
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup corn
- ½ cup fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped green pepper
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cilantro
- Optional: chopped avocado, shredded cheese, plain greek yogurt
DIRECTIONS
- Season the meat with 1 tsp taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until done. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add onion and green pepper. Cook for 3 – 4 minutes until softened. Stir in 1 tsp taco seasoning to coat the vegetables.
- In the skillet, combine cooked rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, lime juice, garlic powder, cilantro, and an additional 1 tsp taco seasoning. Mix well. Add the cooked meat back into the skillet and stir to heat through for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!!
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