Chicken Burrito Bowl (high protein)

Chicken Burrito Bowl – Chipotle copycat – 58g protein – with cilantro lime rice, black beans, fajita veggies, guacamole, salsa, cheese and lettuce. At $5.00 per bowl ith the same flavor packed Chicpotle flavor.

This Chicken Burrito Bowl – same Chipotle inspired flavor with over 50g of protein for way less money.

The struggle to eat well, make it fast and have it taste like something you really want to sit down to is real.

This Chicken Burrito Bowl is all that. Like the one from Chipotle but for less than half the price. Great for busy weeknights, meal prep and it’s easy to customize because isn’t that the beauty of a good bowl?

Why you’ll love this recipe:

Costs way less than Chipotle: — about $5.00 per bowl – same great taste.

Protein: over 50 grams per serving with bold, delicious flavor.

Customize: every’s Chipotle bowl is exactly how they like it. Swap in or out with what you like best.

Meal Prep: prep in advance, store ingredients separately, assemble fast on busy days

Ingredients needed to make Chicken Burrito Bowls:

For two bowls, here’s what you’ll need. Double as needed.

For the chicken:

• 8-10 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs (or boneless skinless breast)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 chipotle pepper minced
• 1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from the can)
• 1 lime quartered
• dry spices: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt

The Bowl:

Here’s the thing. You choose any or all of these toppings.

• Chipotle Chicken – marinated chicken – air fryer, skillet, grill (marinate up to a day ahead)
• Fajita veggies – half of a red onion and a large bell pepper sliced
• Cilantro Lime Rice – 90 second rice is my go-to. Delicious, fluffy and cooks in 90 seconds. Just squeeze in a wedge or two fresh lime juice and the zest from the lime.
• Romaine lettuce – or iceberg works well too – thinly sliced or shredded
• Black beans – 15 ounce can – rinsed, drained and warmed
• Corn Salsa – use frozen or canned corn, pickled jalapeno and red onion. Make a day ahead.
• Fresh pico de gallo – my family’s favorite recipe (make a day ahead), your own – or again, store bought keeps it simple.
• Guacamole – this my easy recipe I’ve been making for 20 years – with fresh avocado, lime juice and spices — can also use your favorite store brand.
• Cheese – Monterey Jack, cheddar, pepper jack – do you!
• Miscellaneous – Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and fresh cilantro

Chipotle topping:

This bowl doesn’t need anything else but if you’re a creamy topping girl (like me), here’s how to make my creamy, spicy Greek yogurt sauce.

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 chipotle in adobo sauce minced
• small pinch of salt
• juice from one lime wedge
• 1/2 teaspoon honey (balances the flavors)

Add these ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk to combine then store in the fridge until you’re ready for it (can be made a day ahead).

How to make a Chicken Burrito Bowl:

Prep the ingredients. Many of the toppings can be picked up ready made from the grocery store. The 90 second rice is a game changer – jazz it up with fresh lime juice and zest.

Cook chicken with your favorite method. I used my air fryer – quick, easy, juicy. Slice the bell pepper and onion, toss in olive oil, salt and black pepper. Add to the air fryer the last few minutes of cooking.

While the chicken is cooking, prep and warm the rest of the ingredients.

When the chicken is finished cooking, transfer to a cutting board, cool and cut into bite-size pieces.

Microwave the rice per package directions, zest from one lime and 1/4 of the lime juiced. Give it a d good fluff.

Assembling the Chicken Burrito Bowl:

Add lettuce and rice to the bottom of a shallow bowl.

Top with diced chicken, fajita veggies, black beans, corn salsa, pico de gallo, cheese and a dollop (each) of guacamole and Greek yogurt (or sour cream).

Drizzle (optional) chipole sauce

Serve it up with a wedge of lime for squeezing over the top. It adds a light burst of citrus.

For the rest – Canned black beans, chopped romaine lettuce, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and sour cream. I like to serve the bowls with lime wedges and tortilla chips on the side.

More easy chicken recipes:

Air Fryer Boneless Chicken

Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip

Chicken Piccata

Enjoy!