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A close-up of a BBQ chicken bowl with rice, black beans, corn, and topped with red onions and cilantro.

BBQ Chicken Bowls

These BBQ Chicken Bowls are a simple and satisfying dinner perfect for busy weeknights. They are customizable with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce plus more for serving
For the Bowls
  • 2 cups Cooked rice e.g., white, brown, or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn frozen or canned, drained
  • 1/2 cup Red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
Optional Toppings
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the coated chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
  5. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with the baked BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
  6. Add any of your favorite optional toppings, such as avocado, cheese, or sour cream. Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize your bowls with different vegetables or grains. This recipe is very adaptable to what you have on hand.

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