Carnitas Burrito Bowl (Chipotle Copycat)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
688 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
Carnitas Burrito Bowl (Chipotle Copycat)
Description
This burrito bowl builds flavor and texture through layers starting with shredded romaine lettuce and a base of cilantro lime rice. Slow-cooked carnitas warmed before assembly provide juicy, tender pork with a smoky undertone. Black beans add a hearty element while fajita veggies of sautéed bell peppers and onions supply a sweet and savory bite.
The bowl is finished with pico de gallo for a fresh, tangy contrast and guacamole for smooth creaminess. Cheese and lime crema are optional garnishes that contribute richness and tang. The combination delivers a balance of textures from crunchy to creamy and flavors from smoky carnitas to bright lime and herbs.
For a dairy-free option, omit cheese and lime crema without sacrificing the bowl’s character. This recipe is convenient for using leftover carnitas and customizable to personal tastes with various toppings and seasoning levels.
Leave out cheese and lime crema for a dairy-free version.
Ingredients
Salad Bowl
- 4 cups romaine lettuce shredded
- 2 cups rice with cilantro and lime
- 2 cups slow-cooker carnitas
- 1 cup black beans
- 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/4 cup cheese optional, shredded
- lime crema optional
Fajita Veggies
- 1 bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1/2 onion thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- fajita seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Stir fry the bell pepper and onion until cooked through, then set aside.
- Warm up your leftover slow-cooker carnitas in the microwave then set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, layer the lettuce with cilantro lime rice, black beans, carnitas, and fajita veggies.
- Then dollop on the pico de gallo, guacamole, and sprinkle with cheese.
Notes
- Leave out cheese and lime crema for a dairy-free version.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 688 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 688kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 96g | 32% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 333mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 1011mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 5251IU | 105% |
| Vitamin C | 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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