Description
These Cuban Chicken & Black Bean Rice Bowls are a delicious and wholesome meal option that combines flavorful seasoned chicken with protein-rich black beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic jasmine rice. Topped with creamy avocado and zesty lime, these bowls are a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice Bowls:
- 1 cup uncooked jasmine or white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Optional toppings: sour cream, lime wedges, hot sauce
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Toss the chicken strips with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Cook in a skillet until fully cooked and slightly browned.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the rice among four bowls. Top with cooked chicken, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and add any desired toppings.
- Serve: Enjoy the bowls warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mix for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
- Leftovers store well and make great meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
