Ingredients
For the Shredded Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tbsp taco seasoning
For the Rice: 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white or brown rice
For the Toppings & Veggies: 1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned drained); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered; 1/2 cup finely diced red onion; 2 diced avocados; 2 cups shredded crisp lettuce; 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese (optional)
For the Fresh Garnish: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 limes, cut into wedges
For the Creamy Lime Dressing: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Cook the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a medium pot or Dutch oven. Pour in chicken broth, mostly covering chicken. Sprinkle taco seasoning over chicken. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F. 2. Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken from pot, reserve broth. Shred chicken with two forks. Add a splash of reserved broth back to keep moist. 3. Cook the Rice: While chicken cooks, prepare rice according to package directions (e.g., rinsing then simmering with water until tender). 4. Prepare the Toppings: Chop tomatoes, red onion, cilantro. Rinse and drain beans and corn. Dice avocado just before serving. 5. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings. 6. Assemble Bowls: Spoon rice into bowls. Layer with shredded chicken, then arrange toppings (black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, lettuce). 7. Garnish and Serve: Drizzle with dressing, sprinkle cilantro and cheese (if using). Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For meal prep, store components separately for up to 3-4 days. Avocado and lettuce should be added fresh. Shredded chicken can be frozen for 2-3 months. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Customize with different proteins, grains, or veggies as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering and stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 14 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg