Brown Rice and Pinto Bean Bowl with Chicken
Brown Rice and Pinto Bean Bowl with Chicken
Meal-prepping doesn't have to be stressful. Try this brown rice bowl with pinto beans and chicken for an easy, delicious, and filling take-to-work lunch. This dish contains protein and fiber and will satisfy you during the afternoon work slump.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 302kcal
Equipment
- Stove
Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion diced, medium
- 1 TBSP taco seasoning
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- 2 cups brown rice cooked
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups pinto beans canned
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 lime sliced into wedges
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Add your oil to a saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion and the canned pinto beans, taco seasoning, and water. Saute while slightly mashing the beans until the liquid is fully absorbed, about 5 minutes.
- Prepare your brown rice according to package instructions, bringing a pot of water to a boil and cooking your rice until fluffy and tender. You can also use a package of rice as well or par-boiled rice. Meanwhile, shred your rotisserie chicken off the bone.
- In 6 meal-prepping containers, divide the brown rice and then add the pinto beans, chicken, pico de gallo, and limes. Cover with a lid and keep in the refrigerator until desired time to eat.
Nutrition
Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 921mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g
