Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe
If you're a fan of Mexican food, you'll love this delicious and healthy Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe. It's easy to make, customizable and packed with flavor. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or entertaining. You can make large batches of this recipe and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it a great option for meal prep.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 orange bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with the seasoning mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add bell peppers to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the peppers are slightly softened.
- Add the black beans and corn kernels to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
- To assemble the burrito bowls, divide the cooked brown rice among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with the chicken and veggie mixture. Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowls!
Customization:
The great thing about this recipe is that it's very customizable. You can swap or add ingredients to make it your own. Here are some ideas:
- Swap brown rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower carb option.
- Add avocado, salsa or sour cream on top.
- Add jalapenos, hot sauce or cayenne pepper if you like it spicy.
- Switch up the veggies with zucchini, squash or mushrooms.
- Use different protein sources like tofu, shrimp or beef.
Get creative and make this recipe your own!