Description

BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls are a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender grilled chicken in smoky BBQ sauce, fluffy rice, and vibrant veggies. This dish not only satisfies cravings but also evokes nostalgic summer cookouts with family. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, these bowls bring comfort and joy to the dinner table any time of the year.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
2 cups white or brown rice
1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
1 medium red onion (sliced)
½ cup fresh cilantro or green onions (chopped)
2 lime wedges

Instructions

Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Brush with BBQ sauce during the last minute of grilling.
Cook rice according to package instructions.
In a separate pan, sauté sliced bell peppers and red onion in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until softened.
In bowls, layer rice, sliced BBQ chicken, sautéed veggies, and top with cilantro or green onions. Serve with lime wedges.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling/Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
Calories: 570
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 78g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce for at least an hour before grilling. - Feel free to swap rice for quinoa or add black beans for extra protein.