Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
408 kcal
Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls
Description
In this recipe, boneless skinless chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness, marinated with lime juice, olive oil, and taco seasoning, then grilled to develop a smoky char while staying juicy. The rice is washed to remove excess starch, soaked briefly, and cooked with butter and salt before being gently mixed with fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro for a fragrant side.
Sliced bell peppers and onions are sautéed after the chicken to a slightly softened and lightly charred state, adding a sweet and pungent contrast. A fresh tomato salsa made from diced plum tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice provides brightness and acidity to balance the smoky and savory elements.
The bowl is assembled with chopped romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, the grilled chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and a dollop of sour cream. This combination offers a well-rounded meal with protein, vegetables, starch, and fresh flavors. It suits a casual lunch or dinner and can be prepared with different marination times for deeper flavor.
Make-ahead tips include marinating the chicken from 15 minutes up to 24 hours to intensify flavor, ensuring the chicken pieces are pounded evenly to cook uniformly, and washing rice thoroughly to prevent gumminess. Leftovers of the components can be stored separately in the refrigerator for quick assembly of meals later.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 4 (about 6 oz each) chicken breast pounded down to even thickness, boneless skinless
- 1/2 lime juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
For the Rice
- 2 cups long grain rice preferably jasmine rice
- 3.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 lime
- 1 bunch cilantro
Tomato salsa
- 2-3 plum tomato finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro finely minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
To Assemble
- 1 onion sliced into strips
- 1 bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1 cup romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup black beans canned
- 1 cup corn canned
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
To Cook Rice
- Wash rice in a large bowl under cold water for 2-5 minutes until the water runs clear. Soak for at least 5 minutes. Boil 3.5 cups of water in a large saucepan, pour rice and cover immediately. Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes or until the water has dried into the rice and the rice is soft. Place 2 tablespoons of butter on the rice to melt with the heat off. Just before serving, add the minced cilantro and lime juice and gently mix to combine.
To Make Chicken
- In a medium bow combine the chicken breasts, olive oil, lime and taco seasoning. Cover the chicken and allow to marinate in the fridge for anywhere from 15 minutes to 24 hours.
- Heat a grill, griddle or pan over medium-high heat. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 5 minutes on each side; remove from heat and set aside. To the same pan, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sautee for 1-2 minutes or until slightly softened and charred.
Make Tomato Salsa
- In a medium bowl, combine the tomato, onion, cilantro, lime and a generous pinch of salt & pepper. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to serve.
To Assemble
- Slice or dice chicken breasts into bite-size pieces. Spoon the rice into serving bowls. Top with about 1/2 cup of chicken and some grilled onion and bell pepper. Top each bowl with tomato salsa, romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, and a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes, ideally up to 24 hours, to enhance flavor.
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Wash rice until water runs clear to reduce starch and prevent sticky texture.
- Prepare extra chicken, rice, and salad ingredients ahead and refrigerate for easy meal assembly later.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6people | |
| Calories | 408kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 891mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 413mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1906IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 37mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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