Description
This Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe is a delicious and satisfying meal that’s easy to make at home. Tender, seasoned chicken is served over rice with black beans, corn, avocado, and fresh toppings, creating a flavorful dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced or cubed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl:
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- salsa or hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken evenly with the mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Prepare Toppings: Drain and rinse black beans, warm corn, slice avocado, chop red onion, and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide rice among bowls, top with chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cheese, and cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over each bowl. Add sour cream, Greek yogurt, salsa, or hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with grilled shrimp, steak, or tofu.
- For a lower-carb option, use cauliflower rice.
- Meal prep friendly—store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
