Description
Streamline your busy weeknights with these delicious, protein-packed taco meal prep bowls. Featuring tender, seasoned shredded chicken, perfectly fluffy basmati rice, charred sweet corn, and hearty black beans, these bowls are designed to stay fresh and flavorful for days. This Mexican-inspired dish offers a healthy, balanced dinner alternative that prevents the need for takeout and keeps you fueled throughout your work week.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
1.5 cups basmati rice
3 cups water
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice twice until water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions.
Season the chicken breasts thoroughly with taco seasoning.
Cook chicken in a pan over medium heat until fully cooked through, then shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
In a separate skillet, add olive oil and cook the sweet corn over high heat until slightly charred.
Assemble the containers by portioning out the cooked rice, shredded chicken, black beans, and charred corn.
Allow bowls to cool slightly before covering and storing in the refrigerator.
Notes
Keep components in separate sections if possible to maintain texture. Store for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg