Description
A delicious and nutritious Chicken Burrito Bowl perfect for meal prep, packed with seasoned chicken, rice, beans, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts in the spice mixture.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and slice.
- Divide the cooked rice among 4 meal prep containers.
- Add sliced chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and avocado to each container.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Add cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream if using.
- Seal the containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Swap avocado for guacamole if preferred.
- Double the recipe to prep meals for the whole week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg