Description
Savory and satisfying, these Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls bring the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine right to your dinner table. In just 40 minutes, you can prepare a wholesome meal that’s perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prepping for the week ahead. Each bowl features juicy grilled chicken marinated in a blend of spices, served over a base of fluffy cilantro-lime rice. With an array of colorful toppings like fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and zesty salsa, these customizable burrito bowls cater to every taste preference. Get ready to indulge in a deliciously balanced dish that’s packed with nutrition and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups long grain white rice
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 ears sweet corn
- 1 medium avocado
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- ½ medium red onion
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 2 medium jalapenos
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ medium lime (juiced)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Rinse and cook the rice according to package instructions. Mix in lime juice and cilantro once done.
- Marinate chicken strips in olive oil and spices for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Chop vegetables while chicken is grilling.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, grilled chicken, toppings, and tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg