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Chicken Breast Burrito Bowls

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Customizable protein-packed bowls with tender chicken, fluffy rice, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and lettuce. A flavorful, easy-to-scale Mexican-inspired takeaway that balances textures and nutrients.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 boneless chicken breasts (5 oz each)
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 medium avocado
1 oz shredded reduced-fat cheddar
2 cups shredded romaine
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss chicken with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper
Sauté rice in oil for 2 minutes, add water and rice mixture. Steam 15 mins
Simmer corn and beans with rice for 5 minutes
Thinly slice chicken after grilling 5-6 minutes per side
Layer romaine in bowls, top with rice, chicken, beans/corn, tomatoes, avocado, and cheese

Notes

Chill leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days
Swap beans for pinto or kidney
Use Spanish rice instead of white rice
Add lime wedges for freshness
Double recipe for meal prep

  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Lean Chicken
  • Method: Grilling/Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 43g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Find it online: https://www.zoeykitchen.com/chicken-breast-burrito-bowls/