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Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowl

Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowl


  • Author: Caroline Jones
  • Total Time: 50
  • Yield: 2 generous servings 1x

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked long-grain brown rice (or white rice if preferred)
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup pico de gallo (freshly made or pre-packaged)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: lime wedges for extra zest

Instructions

Step-by-Step

Step 1: Marinate and Cook the Chicken

Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 15 minutes. Grill over medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes per side or until juices run clear. Let rest, then slice.

Step 2: Cook Your Rice

Prepare your rice according to package instructions. For extra flavor, cook it in chicken broth and add a squeeze of lime juice at the end.

Step 3: Prep the Vegetables

Thinly slice the red bell peppers and sauté them in a skillet with a dash of olive oil until tender-crisp.

Step 4: Assemble Your Bowl

Start with a base of rice. Layer on sliced grilled chicken, sautéed peppers, black beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream. Finish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.

  • Prep Time: 15 (plus 15 minutes marination)
  • Cook Time: 20

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Protein: 38g