How to Make Baja-Style Chicken Bowl - A Step-by-Step Guide

Named after the beautiful Baja California region of Mexico, the Baja-style chicken bowl is a delicious and healthy dish that captures the flavors of the coastal cuisine. This recipe is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients, bold spices, and succulent chicken, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

What makes this dish so special is the combination of vibrant and colorful ingredients that create a feast for the eyes and the palate. From the tangy cilantro li...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 ounces diced cooked chicken
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • ½ cup salsa
  • ¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken, corn, and red pepper in hot oil until heated through and pepper is slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon rice into 2 bowls, divide chicken mixture between the two bowls, and top each with salsa and Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Nutrition

    379 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 581mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 80mg
    • Calcium: 146mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 592mg