Description
These Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls combine juicy marinated chicken, seasoned rice, and black beans, topped with fresh tomatoes, creamy avocado, shredded cheese, and cilantro. The quick lime‑juice and olive‑oil marinade infuses the chicken with bright Mexican flavors, while the simple rice and bean base keeps the dish hearty and balanced. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a satisfying lunch, this recipe serves four and delivers bold taste in under 30 minutes and fits any schedule today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro
Instructions
- Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into a smooth marinade.
- Coat chicken breasts, refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package.
- Preheat grill to medium‑high.
- Grill chicken 6‑7 minutes per side, rest, then slice.
- Assemble bowls with rice, beans, chicken, and toppings.
Notes
- For extra heat
- add sliced jalapeño to the toppings. Leftovers store well for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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