Description
This Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe is a delicious and healthy meal that can be easily customized with your favorite toppings. Tender seasoned chicken, flavorful rice, and a variety of colorful vegetables make for a satisfying and nutritious dish.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup romaine lettuce shredded
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- juice of 1 lime
- optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, hot sauce
Instructions
- Cut the chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, toss with seasonings.
- Cook the chicken: Cook in a skillet until fully cooked.
- Assemble the bowls: Layer rice, beans, corn, chicken, tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, and cheese in serving bowls.
- Finish and serve: Squeeze lime juice, sprinkle cilantro, add optional toppings, and serve warm.
Notes
- You can swap chicken for steak, shrimp, or tofu.
- Brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice make great alternatives.
- Make-ahead tip: prep the chicken and toppings in advance for easy assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
