Black Bean, Avocado, and Chicken Bowls
A hearty and nourishing dish perfect for fall, combining shredded chicken, black beans, and fresh ingredients for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded Use slightly warm chicken for easier shredding.
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced Squeeze a bit of lime juice over the avocado to prevent browning.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 Juice of lime
- to taste Olive oil Drizzle over the ingredients.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust based on preference.
- as desired Fresh cilantro for garnish Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by shredding the cooked chicken breast and set it aside.
- Rinse and drain the black beans, dice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the red onion.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, and red onion.
Dressing
- Drizzle with olive oil and squeeze the lime juice over the mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper, and gently toss the ingredients until well combined.
Serving
- Scoop the mixture into bowls and top with diced avocado and fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
For added heartiness, consider adding quinoa or brown rice as a base. Customize with your favorite ingredients for a family-friendly meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2g
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