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southwestern chicken bowl

Southwestern Chicken Bowl (gluten free)

Kayla Cappiello
This southwestern chicken bowl is packed with tender chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, corn, black beans, cheddar cheese and a quick southwestern sauce. Basically all the Southwestern ingredients you love!
I love how easy these southwestern chicken bowl are to throw together! Literally 20 minutes and your meal is on the table! Southwest chicken bowl recipe is lean, delicious, and SUPER easy to make. It is made with just a few ingredients, all the ingredients are easy to find and affordable. Basically the perfect family friendly meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Mexican, southwestern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 536 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups rice cooked in rice cooker, frozen, microwavable or instant
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tsp taco seasoning divided
  • 1 lime squeezed

Instructions
 

  • Season the Chicken: Slice your chicken breasts into thin strips. In a bowl, toss the chicken with 2 teaspoons of taco seasoning and garlic powder, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  • Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, add the chopped bell pepper and onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add back the chicken. Add the corn and black beans.
  • Top each chicken piece with a slice of cheddar cheese.
  • Melt That Cheese: Place the skillet under a preheated broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly OR place the skillet into an oven preheated to 350 degrees fahrenheit until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • While the cheese is melting, prepare your rice according to the package or your preferred method.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, olive oil, the remaining 2 teaspoons of taco seasoning, and the freshly squeezed lime juice.
  • Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with the cheesy chicken and vegetable mixture. Drizzle generously with the ranch-lime sauce.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and prepare for a burst of Southwestern flavor!

Nutrition

Calories: 536kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 36gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 358mgPotassium: 848mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1262IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 165mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 30 minute recipe, dairy free option, gluten free, one pot meal, one pot recipe
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