Make Your Own Chipotle Burrito Bowl
Chipotle is a popular restaurant chain that offers Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. One of their most popular dishes is the burrito bowl. It's a perfect meal for someone who wants all the flavors of a burrito but without the added carbs from the tortilla. Making your own Chipotle burrito bowl at home is easy and fun. Plus, you can customize it to your liking! Here's how to make your own Chipotle burrito bowl.
Ingredients
For the rice:
- 1 cup of white rice
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tbsp of vegetable oil
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup of freshly chopped cilantro
For the chicken:
- 1 lb of chicken breast (cut into small pieces)
- 1 tbsp of olive oil
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp of black pepper
- 1 tsp of cumin
- 1 tsp of chili powder
- 1 tsp of garlic powder
- 1 tsp of onion powder
For the beans:
- 1 can of black beans
- 1 tsp of cumin
- 1 tsp of chili powder
- 1 tsp of garlic powder
- 1 tsp of onion powder
- 1/4 cup of water
For the toppings:
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce
- 1 cup of shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1/2 cup of guacamole
- 1 cup of salsa
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rice
Cook the rice according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, add the vegetable oil, salt, lime juice and cilantro, and mix well.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and onion powder. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat, add the chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Beans
Drain and rinse the black beans. In a small pot, combine the black beans, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and water. Heat over medium heat and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the beans are heated through.
Step 4: Assemble the Burrito Bowl
In a large bowl, layer the rice, chicken, and beans. Add the shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on top of the rice and chicken. Squeeze the lime wedges over the top of the bowl.
Conclusion
Making your own Chipotle burrito bowl at home is easy and fun. Plus, you can customize it to your liking! With these simple steps, you can have a delicious burrito bowl within minutes. Try it out today!