Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl, a delightful combination of succulent grilled chicken, fluffy brown rice, and fresh vegetables. Bursting with zesty notes from chipotle sauce and lime juice, this easy-to-make dish serves as the perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep option. With its stunning presentation and customizable ingredients, this bowl is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ cup chipotle sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and toss them with corn on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then roast in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Cook brown rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble each bowl starting with a base of brown rice topped with shredded chicken, black beans, roasted veggies, and corn.
- Drizzle chipotle sauce over the top, squeeze fresh lime juice for added flavor, and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg