Name: recipe taco rice bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican
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

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

Scale

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

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