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30-Minute High-Protein Shredded Chicken Burrito Bowl

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Make this quick, high-protein chicken burrito bowl in under 30 minutes. It features seasoned shredded chicken, cilantro lime rice, black beans, and fresh toppings for a fast, healthy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup salsa (your favorite kind)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup corn (frozen or canned, drained)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: Combine rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  2. Season the chicken: While the rice cooks, pat the chicken breasts dry. In a bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  4. Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and toss with 1/4 cup of salsa to coat. Keep warm.
  5. Prepare the lime rice: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro until combined.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cilantro lime rice among four bowls. Top each serving with shredded chicken, black beans, lettuce, and corn.
  7. Finish the bowls: Spoon remaining salsa over the top of each bowl. Sprinkle with cheese, if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For faster cooking, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and shred it. Toss the shredded chicken with the spices and a splash of chicken broth instead of cooking raw chicken.
  • If you need a low-carb base, substitute the rice with cauliflower rice or extra lettuce.
  • Make this a lean protein chicken meal by skipping the cheese topping.

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