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Chicken Burrito Bowl (Chipotle-Inspired)

This chicken burrito bowl is a high-protein, flavor-packed meal inspired by your favorite fast-casual spot. Juicy chipotle-marinated chicken, zesty cilantro-lime rice, and fresh toppings come together for a balanced, customizable bowl that’s perfect for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner.
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Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

For the Chicken:
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 3 tbsp lime juice
  • 3 chipotle chiles in adobo finely chopped
  • 1.5 tbsp adobo sauce
  • 1.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
For the Cilantro-Lime Rice:
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 lime zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For the Bowl:
  • 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup pico de gallo or salsa
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 ripe avocado or 3/4 cup guacamole
  • 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt or light sour cream

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl or bag, mix avocado oil, lime juice, chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, garlic powder, and salt. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Grill or cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice or chop.
  3. Cook the Rice: Combine rice, water, and salt in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until tender. Fluff and stir in lime juice, zest, and cilantro.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Layer romaine and rice in bowls. Top with chicken, black beans, corn, pico, cheese, avocado or guacamole, and Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  5. Serve: Garnish with extra lime wedges and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 47gFat: 15g

Notes

  • Store all components separately for best freshness
  • Reheat chicken and rice before assembling
  • Add avocado fresh to prevent browning
  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for a quicker option
  • Double the batch for easy lunches throughout the week

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