Description
BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls are a delightful culinary treat that combines tender, smoky chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant veggies in one bowl. This dish is bursting with flavor and is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its colorful presentation and satisfying taste, it’s sure to be a hit at any dinner table. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, these bowls make for a fun and delicious meal for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff when done.
- Sauté bell peppers and onion in olive oil over medium heat until tender (about 5-6 minutes).
- Assemble bowls with rice as the base, topped with sliced chicken, sautéed veggies, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg