Description
Quick, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying — these Easy Chicken Taco Rice Bowls are the ultimate dinner solution for busy weeknights. Made with tender shredded chicken seasoned with bold taco spices, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and melty cheese all layered over a bed of fluffy rice, this recipe is comfort food with a fresh, zesty twist. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or easy lunch ideas, it’s a great go-to when you need a fast and healthy dinner idea that doesn’t skimp on taste.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (canned, fresh, or frozen)
3 cups cooked white rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 lime wedges
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Place chicken breasts or thighs in your slow cooker or pressure cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and pour in chicken broth. Cook on low for 6 hours, high for 3 hours, or 20 minutes in a pressure cooker.
2. Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Return it to the pot and stir to coat with juices.
3. Add black beans and corn to the shredded chicken mixture. Let it heat through for 10–15 minutes.
4. While the mixture heats, cook your rice according to package instructions.
5. To assemble, scoop rice into bowls and top with the chicken, bean, and corn mixture.
6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and let it melt slightly.
7. Garnish with cilantro and a wedge of lime. Serve warm.
Notes
You can substitute white rice with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
For extra creaminess, add sour cream or avocado slices on top.
If you’re short on time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and heat it with taco seasoning and a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg