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Close up of BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls showing thick mahogany BBQ sauce and charred roasted corn sections on fluffy steamed white rice.

BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls: The Ultimate 30-Minute High-Protein Meal

These BBQ Chicken Rice Bowls feature glossy mahogany-glazed chicken, charred roasted corn, and seasoned black beans over fluffy rice. A vibrant, 30-minute meal perfect for busy weeknights and Pinterest-worthy meal prep goals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bowl Components
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice 370g, rinsed
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast 680g, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce 285g, thick mahogany style
  • 1 can sweet corn 425g, drained for charring
  • 1 can black beans 425g, rinsed and seasoned
  • 0.5 cup orange cheddar cheese 56g, shredded
  • 0.5 small red onion finely diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 4 wedges fresh lime for serving

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet For searing chicken
  • 1 Small skillet For charring corn
  • 1 Saucepan For steaming rice

Method
 

Cook the Elements
  1. Rinse rice until clear. Combine with 4 cups (950ml) water and salt. Boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing.
  2. Sear chicken strips in oil over medium-high heat until char marks appear. Add BBQ sauce and toss until a thick mahogany coating forms.
  3. Place corn in a dry skillet over high heat for 3 minutes until edges are charred and roasted.
  4. Layer rice in a white ceramic bowl. Arrange chicken, corn, beans, onion, and cheese in distinct sections. Garnish with cilantro and lime.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for the best char marks on the chicken.
Rinse your rice 3 times to ensure it stays fluffy and separate in the bowl.