Chicken Burrito Bowl
A comforting and colorful chicken burrito bowl packed with flavor, protein, and fresh veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Protein-rich
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the Flavorful Base: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, corn, salsa, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
- Layer the Deliciousness: In serving bowls, layer the chicken mixture right at the bottom. Heap a generous amount of shredded cheese on top, letting it melt slightly under the warm ingredients. Then, add the diced avocado and a handful of crisp lettuce for a fresh crunch.
- Serve and Enjoy! Serve with tortilla chips on the side, if desired. Enjoy the crunch with your burrito bowl.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To enjoy, reheat in the microwave and add fresh toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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