30-Minute Chicken Burrito Bowl with Perfect Juicy Chicken
A healthy and flavorful chicken burrito bowl that’s perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner. Packed with protein and fresh ingredients, it’s a balanced meal you can enjoy anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, grilled and sliced
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup sautéed bell peppers and onions
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro, optional
Instructions
- Season chicken breast with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Assemble bowls with cooked rice as the base.
- Add sliced chicken, romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sautéed peppers and onions.
- Finish with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately or store for meal prep.
Notes
- Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier alternative.
- Add avocado or guacamole for extra creaminess.
- Adjust spices to your taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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