Description
This Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl is a flavorful, protein-packed meal that brings together smoky grilled chicken, fluffy rice, black beans, and fresh toppings in a delicious, deconstructed burrito. Healthy, customizable, and perfect for meal prep, this bowl is easy to make and packed with bold, fresh flavors—without the tortilla!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro lime)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup pico de gallo or salsa
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or cotija cheese
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Optional toppings: sour cream, jalapeños, shredded lettuce, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken – In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken and let it marinate for 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
- Grill the Chicken – Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- Prepare the Ingredients – While the chicken cooks, warm the rice and beans. Chop fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro.
- Assemble the Bowl – In serving bowls, layer rice, black beans, grilled chicken, pico de gallo, cheese, and avocado.
- Garnish & Serve – Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and add optional toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make it low-carb – Use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Spice it up – Add hot sauce, chipotle mayo, or jalapeños.
- Meal prep – Store ingredients separately and assemble fresh for the best texture.
- Swap proteins – Try this with steak, shrimp, tofu, or ground turkey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American