Southwest Spice Green Chile Bowl (Printable)
Hearty Southwestern bowl with tender chicken, roasted green chiles, and bold spices over rice.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper diced
05 - 1 cup roasted green chiles chopped
06 - 1 cup corn kernels
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
08 - 2 cups baby spinach chopped
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Grains & Base
15 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
→ Toppings & Garnishes
16 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese optional
17 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
18 - 1 lime cut into wedges
19 - 1 avocado sliced
20 - Sour cream or Greek yogurt optional
→ Cooking Oils
21 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# Directions:
01 - Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package directions. Keep warm until ready to assemble.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt pepper half the chili powder cumin and paprika. Sear 4 to 5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from skillet and let rest 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
03 - Add remaining olive oil to the same skillet. Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add bell pepper roasted green chiles and corn. Cook 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Return sliced chicken to the skillet. Stir in remaining chili powder oregano and any additional seasoning needed. Add cherry tomatoes and spinach cooking just until spinach wilts about 1 minute.
05 - Divide cooked rice or quinoa evenly among 4 bowls. Top each portion with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
06 - Sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese fresh cilantro and arrange avocado slices on top. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the bowl.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its a complete meal in one bowl with protein vegetables grains and all the bold flavors you crave
- The spice blend hits perfect notes without overwhelming the fresh bright vegetables
02 -
- Let the chicken rest at least 5 minutes after cooking or all those juices will escape onto your cutting board
- Add the spinach last so it stays bright green instead of becoming sad and overcooked
03 -
- Roast your own green chiles under the broiler for a char that mimics fire roasting
- Make a double batch of the spice blend and store it in a jar for instant flavor next time