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Chicken Burrito Protein Bowl

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and nutritious bowl combining marinated chicken, rice, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 chili chipotle chilis in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken (cut into strips)
  • 1 cup Rice (long-grain white rice rinsed)
  • 1.5 cups Water
  • 0.25 teaspoon additional salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1 lime zested plus 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 head Lettuce (romaine, chopped)
  • 1 cup Tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn (thawed)
  • 1 15-ounce can Black Beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 0.5 small Red Onion (chopped)
  • Guacamole or Diced Avocado

Instructions 

  • Mix oil, lime juice, chopped chilies, adobo sauce, garlic powder, and salt. Add chicken, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Cook chicken in a pan over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cook rice in boiling water with salt until tender, 15-18 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste.
  • Assemble bowls with rice and lettuce, then top with chicken, tomatoes, avocado, corn, black beans, and red onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: burrito, Chicken, Protein Bowl