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Juicy, seasoned chicken, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, and fresh corn salsa come together in this vibrant and satisfying meal. It's all the best parts of a burrito, no tortilla needed! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
For 4 servings
Season and Cook the Chicken
Prepare the Cilantro-Lime Rice
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Juicy, seasoned chicken, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, and fresh corn salsa come together in this vibrant and satisfying meal. It's all the best parts of a burrito, no tortilla needed! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
This mexican_american recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 1071.89 calories per serving with 67.46g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Make the Corn and Bean Salsa
Assemble the Burrito Bowls
Substitute the chicken with seasoned ground beef, pulled pork (carnitas), grilled steak (carne asada), or shrimp. For a vegetarian option, use extra black beans, spiced tofu, or roasted sweet potatoes.
Replace the cilantro-lime rice with a base of quinoa for extra protein, or use cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
Omit the chicken and cheese, and use a plant-based protein like seasoned tofu or lentils. Replace the sour cream with a vegan sour cream, cashew cream, or guacamole.
Add 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper to the chicken spice mix and use the seeds from the jalapeño in the salsa for an extra kick of heat.
The combination of chicken and black beans provides a high-quality protein boost, essential for muscle repair, growth, and keeping you feeling full and satisfied.
With black beans, corn, and fresh vegetables, this bowl is packed with fiber, which aids in digestion, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and promotes gut health.
Avocado is a fantastic source of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels.
A single serving of this burrito bowl contains approximately 650-750 calories, depending on the exact portion sizes of toppings like cheese, sour cream, and avocado.
Yes, this burrito bowl can be very healthy. It offers a great balance of lean protein from chicken, complex carbohydrates from rice, fiber from beans and corn, and healthy fats from avocado. You can easily adjust toppings to meet your dietary goals.
Absolutely! For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with an extra can of beans, roasted sweet potatoes, or pan-fried tofu. For a vegan bowl, also omit the cheese and sour cream, using a plant-based alternative or extra guacamole instead.
For best results, store the components in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The avocado is best prepared fresh. Reheat the chicken and rice before assembling with the cold salsa and toppings.
Yes, you can use brown rice. Note that brown rice typically requires a longer cooking time (around 40-45 minutes) and may need more water. Follow the package instructions for the best results.