Easy Chicken Burrito Bowl
This easy chicken burrito bowl is a fresh, flavorful, and healthy meal made with seasoned juicy chicken, fluffy rice, black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and vibrant toppings. Perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or a quick wholesome dinner that tastes better than takeout.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 avocado sliced or cubed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or fresh salsa
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss chicken with seasoning until well coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from pan and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice if needed.
- Fluff cooked rice and mix with a little extra lime juice and cilantro if desired.
- Divide rice evenly into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
- Add a spoon of sour cream and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approximate Per Bowl)
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 9g
