Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBenjo's TacosChicken Birria Bowl Recipe

Chicken Birria Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Benjo's Tacos
Time1h
Serves4

Your choice of protein on a bed of birria rice and honey lime slaw. Topped with a scoop of street corn, pickled red onions and tortilla strips. Finished with a dust of cheese and a drizzle of lime crema.

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Ingredients

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Protein

Birria Rice

Honey Lime Slaw

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Season and Cook the Chicken

    Rub the chicken breast with birria seasoning. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let it rest, then shred it.

Make the Birria Rice

  1. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, combine rice, chicken broth, and birria sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and stir in cilantro.

Prepare the Honey Lime Slaw

  1. 3

    Mix Slaw Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, honey, lime juice, and salt. Toss well to coat and let it sit for 10 minutes to soften.

Assemble the Bowl

  1. 4

    Layer the Components

    In a serving bowl, add a generous portion of birria rice. Top with shredded chicken, followed by a scoop of honey lime slaw, street corn, pickled red onions, and tortilla strips. Finish with a sprinkle of cotija cheese and a drizzle of lime crema.

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