Description
Recreate your favorite fast-casual chipotle chicken burrito bowl at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Packed with seasoned chicken, fresh veggies, and flavorful toppings, it’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Let rest for 5 minutes, then shred or dice.
- While chicken is baking, prepare your bowl components. Warm rice and black beans if desired.
- To assemble, divide rice between bowls. Top with seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cilantro, sour cream or Greek yogurt, cheese, avocado, and jalapeños (if using).
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning.
- Feel free to customize your bowl with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, or guacamole.
- If you don’t have time to cook chicken, rotisserie chicken can be used as a shortcut.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approximately 550-650
- Sugar: Varies based on toppings
- Sodium: Varies based on toppings
- Fat: Varies based on toppings
- Saturated Fat: Varies based on toppings
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies based on toppings
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on toppings
- Fiber: Varies based on toppings
- Protein: Approximately 40-50g
- Cholesterol: Varies based on toppings