Description
BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls are the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy chicken coated in smoky-sweet barbecue sauce with fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors that everyone will love. With customizable ingredients, you can easily tailor it to suit your taste preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this hearty, satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, olive oil, and lemon juice. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook rice: Rinse rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions (typically about 15-20 minutes).
- 3. Sauté chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 4. Add veggies: During the last few minutes of cooking, add bell peppers and onions to the skillet until slightly softened.
- 5. Assemble bowls: Fluff rice and divide into bowls. Top with sliced chicken, avocado, additional barbecue sauce if desired, and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg