Description
This Chicken Burrito Bowl represents the pinnacle of healthy, high-quality meal prep that never sacrifices taste for convenience. With smoky charred chicken, zesty lime-infused rice, and creamy fresh avocado, it's a dish that satisfies your cravings while fueling your body with premium nutrition.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs or Breasts, diced
2 cups Cooked Long-Grain Brown Rice or Cauliflower Rice
2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
3 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
0.5 Red Onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Cumi
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Pinch Sea Salt
1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, thoroughly rinsed and drained
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1 large Avocado, sliced or mashed
2 large Limes, juiced
0.5 bunch Fresh Cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup (Optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large glass bowl, whisk together Avocado Oil, lime juice, Honey, minced garlic, and the spice blend. Add the diced chicken and toss until every piece is thoroughly coated. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden brow
- Prepare the Base: Fluff your cooked rice and stir in fresh cilantro and a splash of lime juice
- Sauté the Vegetables: Remove the chicken and sauté black beans and red onions in the same pan for 3-4 minutes
- Assemble the Bowl: Place rice at the bottom, layer with chicken, sautéed beans, and fresh tomatoes
- Final Garnishes: Top with avocado slices and an extra squeeze of lime
Notes
To prevent avocado from browning, toss slices in lime juice immediately after cutting.
For low-carb, replace the rice with cauliflower rice or shredded romaine.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg