Chicken Birria Bowl Recipe
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
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.