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Zesty Green Chili Chicken: 1 Speedy Meal

Zesty Green Chili Chicken
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Enjoy these Zesty Green Chili Chicken Enchilada Bowls, a flavorful and quick meal perfect for any night. This recipe combines tender chicken, zesty green enchilada sauce, wholesome grains, beans, and corn, topped with fresh ingredients for a satisfying and nutritious dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
  • 1.5 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup green enchilada sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, shredded cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime wedges, pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Prepare your base by cooking brown rice or quinoa according to package directions. In a bowl, combine the cooked grains with drained and rinsed black beans and corn.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the green enchilada sauce, ground cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. Stir well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken mixture to the bowl with the grains, beans, and corn. Mix everything together gently until well combined.
  4. Layer the mixture into serving bowls, starting with the grain, bean, and corn base, followed by the chicken and sauce mixture.
  5. Add your desired fresh toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  6. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add more green chilies or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Vegetarian option: Substitute chicken with crumbled tofu or extra beans and vegetables.
  • This dish is naturally gluten-free if you use quinoa or certified gluten-free grains and sauces.

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