Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls, a perfect combination of grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and zesty toppings. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these bowls are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit everyone’s taste. With a delightful blend of Tex-Mex ingredients, each bite is a burst of flavor that makes for a satisfying and nutritious meal. Enjoy them as a healthy option for lunch or dinner, and make them your go-to recipe for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups long grain white rice
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken strips
- 2 ears sweet corn
- 1 medium avocado
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
- Juice of ½ medium lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; cook according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and mix in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- Combine olive oil and spices in a bowl; marinate chicken strips for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill; cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Grill sweet corn and bell pepper until tender; cut corn off the cob.
- Assemble bowls: start with rice, topped with chicken, corn, avocado, salsa, sour cream, onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg