Description
Chicken Burrito Bowls are a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. This vibrant dish features juicy chicken, protein-packed black beans, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, all topped with creamy avocado and your choice of garnishes. Each bite transports you to taco truck bliss, making it a satisfying meal that’s as fun to prepare as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 avocado, sliced
- sour cream & shredded cheese (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop vegetables and gather all ingredients.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook Rice: While the chicken cooks, prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Mix Ingredients: Remove chicken from skillet; let rest before slicing. In the same pan, heat black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes until warmed through.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer rice in bowls; add chicken and bean mixture.
- Add Toppings: Top with sliced avocado, sour cream, cheese, and any other desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg