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Easy Meal Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls (Chipotle Style Copycat)

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Make this flavorful and healthy chicken burrito bowl at home. This recipe uses simple steps for a quick weeknight dinner or perfect meal prep base, mimicking the bold taste of a Chipotle copycat.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked cilantro lime rice (or plain white/brown rice)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
  • 1/2 cup salsa (your favorite kind)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and lightly browned.
  3. Prepare the rice: If making cilantro lime rice, combine 1 cup cooked rice with the juice of 1 lime and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well.
  4. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cilantro lime rice evenly among four bowls. This is your base for your healthy chicken burrito bowl.
  5. Layer the ingredients: Top the rice in each bowl with an equal portion of the cooked seasoned chicken, rinsed black beans, and corn.
  6. Add toppings: Spoon salsa over the chicken and vegetables in each bowl. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  7. Finish the bowls: Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a few slices of fresh avocado to each bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for meal prep.

Notes

  • For easy meal prep, store the chicken, rice, beans, and corn separately from the wet toppings (salsa, sour cream, avocado) until you are ready to eat.
  • To make this a copycat chipotle burrito bowl, use white rice and add a splash of lime juice to the cooked chicken near the end for brightness.
  • If you want a high protein chicken bowl, increase the amount of chicken or add an extra half cup of black beans.

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