Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowl with Mozzarella
Indulge in a delightful Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowl with Mozzarella that brings together an array of flavors and textures in every bite. This vibrant dish features tender diced chicken breast sautéed to perfection, fluffy rice, creamy avocado, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all topped with slices of rich mozzarella cheese. It’s a quick and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights. With its ease of preparation and customizable nature, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your preferences while ensuring a wholesome dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 1 chicken breast, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 3–4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 5 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 cucumber slices
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season the diced chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and sauté the chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions. While cooking, slice the avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes; drain canned corn if using.
- In a serving bowl, layer cooked rice at the center and arrange sautéed chicken, sliced avocado, mozzarella cheese, corn kernels, cucumber slices, and halved cherry tomatoes around it. Sprinkle Italian seasoning or oregano on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg