Heart-Healthy Chicken Taco Bowl
Savor the vibrant flavors of a *Heart-Healthy Chicken Taco Bowl*, a wholesome and delicious meal that brings nutrition and taste together in perfect harmony! This recipe features tender, oven-baked chicken breast seasoned with low-sodium taco spices, layered atop fluffy brown rice cooked in heart-friendly chicken broth. Packed with fiber-rich black beans, sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado, this dish is a nutrient-dense feast. A zesty lime drizzle and fresh cilantro add a burst of freshness to every bowl, while maintaining a low-sodium profile. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for meal prep, this taco bowl is ideal for anyone seeking a balanced, flavorful dinner that's good for the heart and soul.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces skinless boneless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium taco seasoning
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can black beans
- 0.5 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 large avocado
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over each piece.
Bake chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is baking, rinse the brown rice thoroughly and add it to a medium saucepan with chicken broth.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
In a medium bowl, combine drained black beans and corn. Rinse thoroughly and set aside.
Chop cherry tomatoes into halves and dice the avocado. Drizzle avocado with lime juice to prevent browning.
Once chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
To assemble the taco bowls, place a portion of cooked brown rice at the base of each serving bowl.
Top with slices of chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of salt, and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy a nutritious, heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 238 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 2174 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.8 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 114.9 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2522 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
