Description
This easy chicken burrito bowl features juicy grilled chicken, rice, beans, and fresh toppings for a flavorful, healthy meal ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of ½ lime
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for dressing)
- ½ teaspoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon cumin (for dressing)
- Pinch of salt and pepper (for dressing)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk 1 tablespoon olive oil, chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Add chicken and coat evenly. Marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through to 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice, honey, ¼ teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Divide rice among four serving bowls.
- Arrange sliced chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and onion over the rice.
- Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle cilantro on top.
- Serve with lime wedges for a fresh squeeze of citrus before eating.
Notes
- This recipe is great for meal preparation.
- Cook chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex