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Miami Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cilantro Lime Quinoa

Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.

Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 16 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup dry tri-color quinoa (90 grams)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150 grams)
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels (120 grams)
  • 1/4 cup pickled red onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro divided
  • Juice of 2 limes divided
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce (80 grams)
  • 5 tbsp plain non-fat Greek yogurt (2.5 oz)
Adobo Citrus Marinade:
  • 3.5 oz San Marcos chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tbsp honey
  • Juice of 1 orange
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

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  1. Mix marinade ingredients and pour over chicken in a Ziploc bag. Marinate for at least 2 hours in refrigerator.
  2. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt and juice from 1/2 of a lime. Set aside in refrigerator.
  3. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Mix in remaining lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro. Set aside.
  4. While quinoa is cooking, grill chicken breast until cooked through (mine took about 10 minutes at 375 degrees on my George Foreman).
  5. Layer quinoa, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, pickled red onion, remaining cilantro and chicken in a bowl. Top with lime/yogurt dressing and serve. Add avocado if desired (not included in nutrition info).

Notes

  • Pickled Red Onions:
  • 1/2 of a medium red onion, cut from stem to stem, then sliced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Truvia baking blend
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • Directions: Bring water almost to a boil, then mix in sugar and salt. Add apple cider vinegar and pour over sliced onions in a resealable jar. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 300kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 5g (8%) Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 151mg (6%) Potassium 167mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 300

% Daily Value*

Calories 300kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 5g 8%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 151mg 6%
Potassium 167mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 8g 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.