Description
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls are the perfect combination of flavor and convenience, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or fun gatherings. This easy-to-follow recipe features juicy grilled chicken tossed in smoky spices, served over a bed of fluffy rice, and topped with vibrant fresh ingredients. Not only do these bowls deliver a satisfying Tex-Mex experience, but they are also fully customizable, allowing you to tailor each bowl to your taste preferences. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a quick dinner solution, these burrito bowls are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups long grain white rice
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Corn tortillas
- Fresh vegetables (avocado, red bell pepper, grape tomatoes)
- Salsa and sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water and cook according to package instructions. Stir in lime juice and salt once done.
- Mix olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and oregano in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill marinated chicken on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F).
- Grill sweet corn until charred; cut off kernels when cool. Dice other toppings as desired.
- In bowls, layer rice followed by grilled chicken, corn, diced veggies, avocado slices, salsa, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (450g)
- Calories: 599
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 107mg