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Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls

Delicious Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls for Meal Prep Fun

These flavorful Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls are perfect for meal prep, combining juicy chicken, zesty pico de gallo, and spicy chipotle dressing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Choose these for tenderness
For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Rice Brown rice recommended for added fiber
For the Pico de Gallo
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Freshly diced
  • 1 small Onion Red onion preferred for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Skip if not a fan
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh is always better
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste
For the Dressing
  • 1 tbsp Chipotle Powder or Sauce Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Yogurt For creaminess
For the Toppings
  • 1 can Black Beans Or substitute with lentils
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced or guacamole
  • 1/4 cup Cheese Alternatives Nutritional yeast for cheesy flavor
  • 1 cup Corn For added sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro For garnish
  • 2 wedges Lime For garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your chicken by seasoning it.
  2. Coat the chicken with spices such as paprika and cumin.
  3. Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes until it reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Cook your rice according to package instructions.
  5. Combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime juice to make pico de gallo. Season with salt.
  6. Mix chipotle powder or sauce with dairy-free yogurt for the dressing.
  7. Assemble the bowls with rice, chicken, pico de gallo, black beans, avocado, and chipotle dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store assembled bowls in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat gently to maintain quality.

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