Description
Chicken Burrito Bowls are a flavorful, protein-packed meal with juicy marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and customizable toppings, perfect for meal prep or a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked cauliflower rice (or regular rice)
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/4 cup guacamole (optional)
- Salsa, to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for 10-15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for extra flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cauliflower rice (or regular rice) into 4 bowls. Top each with a handful of chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, corn, and cilantro.
- Add Chicken and Toppings: Place the sliced chicken on top of the veggies, then add your choice of toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately, or store in airtight containers for meal prep.
Notes
- For extra protein, you can include grilled chicken or shrimp.
- If you prefer, add roasted sweet potatoes or asparagus for variety.
- To make the dish spicy, add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze the cooked chicken for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
