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recipe taco rice bowl
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
These Charred Cumin-Lime Taco Rice Bowls offer a vibrant and healthy twist on classic tacos. Seasoned ground chicken, charred spices, creamy avocado crema, and crispy cheddar cheese create a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 200 g (1 cup) Long-Grain White Rice: rinsed for lighter texture
- 240 ml (1 cup) Water: for cooking rice
- 250 g (½ lb) Halal Ground Chicken: lean protein source
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Olive Oil: divided for sautéing and cheese crisping
- 1 Small Onion: finely diced for aromatic base
- 2 Cloves Garlic: minced for robust flavor
- 2 tsp (10 g) Taco Seasoning: pre-made blend
- ½ tsp (2 g) Smoked Paprika: for smoky flavor
- 150 g (1 cup) Canned Black Beans: drained and rinsed
- 150 g (1 cup) Frozen Corn Kernels: thawed
- 1 Medium Tomato: diced for freshness
- 1 Avocado: ripe, for creamy crema
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Fresh Lime Juice: for zesty crema
- 1 tsp (5 g) Ground Cumin: for crema flavor
- ½ tsp (2 g) Smoked Paprika: for crema flavor
- 2 tbsp (30 g) Plain Greek Yogurt: creamy crema base
- 30 g (1 oz) Shredded Cheddar Cheese: halal-certified garnish
- 2 tbsp (8 g) Fresh Cilantro: chopped garnish
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Rice Base: Divide cooked rice among bowls.
- Layer Chicken & Veggies: Spoon seasoned chicken over rice.
- Add Beans & Corn: Scatter beans and corn around chicken.
- Introduce Tomato: Sprinkle diced tomato over bowl.
- Drizzle Crema: Swirl avocado crema over entire bowl.
- Garnish with Cheese: Arrange crispy cheddar cheese on top.
- Finish with Cilantro & Lime: Sprinkle with cilantro and add lime wedge.
Notes
For best results, don’t overcrowd the pan when browning the chicken to achieve a flavorful crust. Feel free to customize with different proteins or toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Mexican
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: taco rice bowl,chicken,cumin,lime,avocado,easy,weeknight,healthy,mexican
