Brazilian-Style Black Bean and Rice Bowl with Grilled Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

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A vibrant bowl combining seasoned black beans, fluffy white rice, and grilled chicken marinated with Brazilian spices and lime. This Brazilian-inspired healthy bowl recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
2 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
Step 2: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and grill marks appear. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
Step 3: Warm 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
Step 4: Assemble bowls by dividing 2 cups cooked white rice between four bowls, topping each with black beans, grilled chicken slices, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions.
Step 5: Serve immediately, optionally adding lime wedges for squeezing.