Southwest Power Bowl (30 Minutes)

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This Southwest-inspired power bowl is packed with flavors and nutrients to fuel your day. With cilantro rice, tender chicken, beans, and a variety of other customizable toppings, this dish will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Make these in advance and you’ll have a healthy and delicious meal to pull out of the fridge all week long.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white or brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 can black or red beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Dollop of sour cream, for serving (optional)
  • Pinch of fiesta blend cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice and add it to a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
  2. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste.
  3. In a separate pan, warm the cooked and shredded chicken with a splash of water or broth.
  4. Divide the cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with the warmed chicken, beans, avocado, red onion, corn kernels, and cherry tomatoes.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, and a pinch of cheese (optional).

Notes

To save time, you can pick up a rotisserie chicken from the store and use in this recipe. Other proteins like tofu, shrimp, or ground turkey are equally delicious. Feel free to experiment with additional yummy toppings such as bell peppers, fresh greens, black olives, or diced jalapeno. Enjoy!

*The following nutritional information is based on estimates.

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