Description
A vibrant and flavorful Simple Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl featuring juicy marinated grilled chicken, fluffy rice, black beans, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado, all topped with shredded cheddar and fresh cilantro for a delicious and healthy meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 2 pieces Chicken Breast (Boneless, skinless, approximately 1 pound total)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra virgin)
- 1 lime Lime Juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Base and Toppings
- 1 cup Rice (Long-grain white rice, cooked)
- 1 can Black Beans (Rinsed and drained, about 15 oz)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved)
- 1 cup Corn (Fresh or frozen)
- 1 piece Avocado (Ripe, sliced or diced)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
- 1 handful Fresh Cilantro (Chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Whisk well until the mixture is evenly blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
- Cook the Rice: While the chicken marinates, cook the long-grain white rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and set aside to keep warm.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked through and juices run clear.
- Rest and Slice the Chicken: Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces to retain juiciness.
- Assemble the Burrito Bowls: Start with a base of cooked rice in each bowl. Top with grilled chicken slices, black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, corn, diced avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the bowls and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zest.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier or low-carb option.
- Adjust the chili powder and cumin according to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh corn can be grilled alongside the chicken for added flavor.
- For a vegan version, omit the chicken and cheddar cheese and add grilled tofu or sautéed vegetables.
- Leftover burrito bowls can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
