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    Spicy Chicken Taco Bowls

    Published: Nov 6, 2017 / Updated: Sep 1, 2018 / 26 Comments

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    These spicy chicken taco bowls are simple, healthy, and delicious. Spicy southwest seasoning, fresh toppings, and a tangy creamy drizzle make these bowls irresistible!

    spicy chicken taco bowl with fork

    These easy taco bowls come together pretty fast. If you put the rice on first and then just do the rest as you go along, you don't need to spend an extensive amount of time prepping these.

    I didn't find it necessary to marinate the chicken for a long time, either. The southwest seasoning packs a good flavor punch, and as long as you coat the chicken with it, it's all good.

    You can definitely marinate the chicken overnight or for a few hours prior to making this if it's easier, though.

    spicy chicken taco bowl with southwest seasoning and creamy drizzle

    How to top chicken taco bowls

    These healthy taco bowls have fairly standard Tex-Mex toppings - avocado, sweet corn, black beans, cilantro, red peppers, and a zesty lime sauce.

    I subbed the standard sour cream for 2% Greek yogurt to lighten the sauce up a bit.

    You could add some grated cheese as well if you wish!

    spicy chicken taco bowl beside lime wedges

    Taco meal prep bowls

    If you're into meal prep, these would actually work really well as chicken meal prep bowls. Just portion them out individually in meal prep containers, and you've got healthy meals for a few days.

    Pro tip: I'd do everything the same except for adding the avocado since it browns so fast. Add the avocado prior to serving or just leave it out.

    glass mixing bowl with ingredients for southwest spicy chicken taco bowls

    close-up of southwest spicy chicken taco bowl

    Let me know in the comments below if you're tried this chicken taco bowl recipe!

    These spicy chicken taco bowls are simple, healthy, and delicious. Spicy southwest seasoning, fresh toppings, and a tangy creamy drizzle make these bowls irresistible! 

    Spicy Chicken Taco Bowls

    These spicy chicken taco bowls are simple, healthy, and delicious. Spicy southwest seasoning, fresh toppings, and a tangy creamy drizzle make these bowls irresistible! 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Tex-Mex
    Servings 4
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
    • 3 teaspoons Southwest seasoning
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil 
    • 1 cup uncooked rice (I used jasmine rice)

    Sauce:

    • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
    • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice or to taste
    • 1/2 tablespoon sriracha sauce
    • 1 clove garlic minced

    Toppings:

    • 1 (12 fluid ounces) can corn drained
    • 1 (19 fluid ounces) can black beans drained & rinsed
    • 1/4 medium red onion chopped
    • 1/2 red bell pepper chopped
    • 1 avocado chopped
    • Juice of 1/2 lime
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Small handful cilantro chopped

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the chicken in half lengthwise so you have 4 thinner pieces. Add the chicken, Southwest seasoning, garlic powder, and oil to a large Ziploc and toss to coat. Let it marinade while you're prepping everything else (put it in the fridge if you're letting it marinade for longer than about 10-15 minutes). 
    • Cook rice according to package directions.
    • Meanwhile, prep the sauce by mixing the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside.
    • Add all the toppings ingredients to a bowl and toss. Set aside.
    • Take the chicken out of the Ziploc and add it to a large skillet on medium-high heat. Sear each piece for 4 minutes/side. Turn the heat down to medium-low and cover the pan. Let the chicken cook for another few minutes (will vary depending on chicken's thickness), until it's cooked through. 
    • Add the rice and toppings to bowls for serving. Slice the chicken once it's cooked and add to the bowls. Drizzle some of the sauce over top of each bowl. 

    Notes

    • These would make great meal prep bowls if you leave out the avocado (add it just prior to serving if you'd like some). 
    Keyword chicken taco bowls
    Author Natasha Bull

    Like the sound of this recipe? You may also like my spicy chipotle sweet potato soup or my Crockpot Mexican chicken soup.

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    1. Ana says

      March 15, 2023 at 6:07 PM

      5 stars
      My husband and I made this recipe tonight, and OMG — it’s delightful! This will be going on our regular meal rotation. We did a few substitutes due to what we had in our pantry:
      - No sriracha, so we used Sweet Baby Rays Buffalo Wing sauce
      - Swapped out rice for farro
      So versatile!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 15, 2023 at 11:47 PM

        So happy you enjoyed it!! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Ute says

      March 8, 2018 at 9:57 AM

      My 17-year old son inhaled his dinner and told me, Best Dinner Ever. I'm sure chipolte has something to do with his new found taste buds for Mexican food. 😉
      Thank you. Making it again tonight.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 8, 2018 at 12:44 PM

        Aww that's so nice to hear!! Thanks for letting me know! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Jennifer Farley says

      November 10, 2017 at 4:40 AM

      I'm making this for dinner tonight!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 10, 2017 at 6:48 AM

        Enjoy!! 💛

        Reply
    4. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

      November 8, 2017 at 3:28 AM

      These look amazing and so flavorful!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 8, 2017 at 6:38 AM

        Thanks, Alice!! 💛

        Reply
    5. Mary says

      November 6, 2017 at 9:54 PM

      5 stars
      Wow! thanks for this recipe

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 7, 2017 at 8:03 AM

        You're welcome! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Karly says

      November 6, 2017 at 7:38 PM

      Wow, these look incredible. AND so simple, and much healthier than some of my other weeknight go-tos. 🙂 Gotta try!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 7:47 PM

        Thanks, Karly!! I hope you try them. 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply
    7. lindsay Cotter says

      November 6, 2017 at 6:40 PM

      simple, healthy, and delicious! The way to my foodie heart. haha! Yum!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 6:58 PM

        Haha same here, friend!

        Reply
    8. Christina says

      November 6, 2017 at 5:04 PM

      The hubbers and I eat chicken tacos twice a week, we love them so much. However, it's fun to change things up once and awhile. I love your taco bowls, I kinda want to faceplant into them. No judgment right? I hope not b/c things are about to get messy. Ha, I'll stop being a dork. Anyway, these bowls look crazy good 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 5:13 PM

        Haha thanks so much, Christina! No judgment here 😉

        Reply
    9. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      November 6, 2017 at 12:15 PM

      I spent the better part of the weekend overindulging! I NEED this bowl right now. It sounds and looks amazing Natasha!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 12:48 PM

        Haha... nothing wrong with a little overindulging every now and then. 🙂 Thanks, Mary Ann!

        Reply
    10. Leigh Ann says

      November 6, 2017 at 11:52 AM

      Love a good taco bowl and love that these could be prepped in advance! Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 12:04 PM

        Thank you, Leigh Ann!!

        Reply
    11. Matt Robinson says

      November 6, 2017 at 10:32 AM

      I could seriously eat this daily, looks awesome!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 10:34 AM

        Aw thanks, Matt! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

      November 6, 2017 at 10:29 AM

      You had me at spicy 😉

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 10:30 AM

        🙂

        Reply
    13. naomi says

      November 6, 2017 at 10:24 AM

      I'm always up for a taco bowls, especially when it looks this good and it's healthy!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 6, 2017 at 10:27 AM

        Thanks so much, Naomi!!

        Reply

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