Description
A vibrant Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe inspired by the culinary traditions of Mexico, bursting with flavors and perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 chipotle chilis in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1 lime, zested plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 small red onion, chopped
- Guacamole or diced avocado
Instructions
- Stir together olive oil, lime juice, chopped chilies, adobo sauce, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and add to the pan. Cook, stirring, until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Add salt and rice to a pot of boiling water. Return to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-18 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork, then toss in lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and additional salt to taste.
- Arrange rice and lettuce in the bottom of a serving bowl and top with the chicken, diced tomatoes, diced avocados, corn, black beans, and red onions.
Notes
For a milder option, substitute chipotle chilis with mild chili powder. Allowing the chicken to marinate overnight enhances its flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg