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Chicken Burrito Bowl

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πŸ— Savor the fresh, vibrant flavors of Chicken Burrito Bowls made with wholesome ingredients and easy steps.
πŸ₯— This nutritious meal combines protein, fiber, and fresh vegetables for a balanced and satisfying dish perfect for any day.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the chicken

– 2 tablespoons olive oil for the chicken

– 1 teaspoon ground paprika for the chicken

– 1 teaspoon ground cumin for the chicken

– Β½ teaspoon ground chili pepper for the chicken

– Β½ teaspoon kosher salt for the chicken

– Β½ teaspoon ground black pepper for the chicken

– 1 cup dry white rice for the burrito bowls

– 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce for the burrito bowls

– 1 cup canned corn, drained and rinsed for the burrito bowls

– 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed for the burrito bowls

– 1 avocado, sliced for the burrito bowls

– ΒΌ cup sour cream or Mexican crema for the burrito bowls

– ΒΌ cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese for the burrito bowls

– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro for the salsa

– Β½ tomato, chopped for the salsa

– Β½ onion, chopped for the salsa

– 2 tablespoons white vinegar for the salsa

– 4 tablespoons lime juice (from 2 limes) for the salsa

– β…› teaspoon kosher salt for the salsa

Instructions

1-First, start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium bowl. Add olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili pepper, kosher salt, and black pepper, then mix well to coat evenly for that perfect spice blend.

2-Next, heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for 7-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked; set it aside once done. While that’s happening, cook the white rice according to package instructions to get a fluffy base for your bowls.

3-Prepare the salsa by mixing cilantro, tomato, onion, white vinegar, lime juice, and kosher salt in a bowl for a fresh, zesty topping. Now, divide the romaine lettuce, corn, black beans, cooked rice, and chicken among your serving bowls to build the layers.

4-Top each bowl with the homemade salsa, sliced avocado, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese before serving. This step-by-step approach makes your easy chicken burrito bowl recipe a breeze, perfect for busy evenings.

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Notes

πŸ— Use leftover chicken and rice to speed up prep by tossing chicken in spices before warming.
πŸ₯£ For a smoother salsa, blend the salsa ingredients.
πŸ₯¦ Substitute rice with cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: SautΓ©ing, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 595 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 793 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 60 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Cholesterol: 91 mg