Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl
A vibrant Burrito Bowl loaded with juicy grilled chicken, bell peppers, creamy avocado, and black beans over a bed of fluffy rice, brightened with lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Protein-rich
Ingredients
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- 3 Chicken breasts, boneless skinless
- 1 Avocado
- 1 cup Bell peppers
- 1 can Black beans
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, fresh
- 1 Lime, Juice of
- 1/2 cup Salsa
- 1 cup Rice, long-grain
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tsp Cumin, ground
- 1 cup Cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Begin by cooking the rice according to package instructions until it’s tender and fluffy.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and cumin. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until no longer pink. Let rest before slicing.
- Cook the Bell Peppers: In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Layer the Ingredients: In serving bowls, layer the rice, grilled chicken, black beans, bell peppers, diced avocado, and cilantro.
- Garnish & Serve: Drizzle lime juice and salsa on top, finish with cheese, and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings and adjustments. Store leftovers separately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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