Description
This Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl with Avocado Salsa is a flavorful and healthy meal that combines juicy marinated grilled chicken breasts with fluffy rice and a fresh avocado salsa. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep, this recipe offers a balanced combination of protein, healthy fats, and vibrant flavors in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Rice
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
Avocado Salsa
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them on the grill. Cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Prepare the Rice: Cook the rice as per the package instructions until tender. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains and keep it warm.
- Make the Avocado Salsa: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocados until creamy yet slightly chunky. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Assemble Your Bowls: Slice the grilled chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces. Arrange the cooked rice as the base of each bowl, then layer the sliced chicken on top. Finish with generous spoonfuls of the fresh avocado salsa.
- Serve: Serve the burrito bowls immediately with an optional drizzle of extra lime juice for added brightness and zing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of cumin or smoked paprika to the chicken marinade.
- Use brown rice for a whole grain option with more fiber.
- To keep this recipe low carb, substitute the rice with cauliflower rice.
- Avocado salsa is best consumed fresh to prevent browning.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan or broil the chicken in the oven.
