Description
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls are the perfect solution for a flavorful and satisfying meal. This quick and easy recipe brings together juicy grilled chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of fresh toppings, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With just 40 minutes of preparation time, you can customize each bowl to suit your taste preferences, ensuring everyone at the table will leave with a smile. Whether enjoyed as a hearty family dinner or a convenient meal prep option, these burrito bowls are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Dive into Tex-Mex flavors that are both delicious and nutritious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups long grain white rice
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken strips
- 8 corn tortillas
- Fresh vegetables (red bell pepper, avocado, grape tomatoes)
- Salsa and sour cream for toppings
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. In a medium pot, combine rice with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and oregano. Add chicken strips and marinate while you prep other ingredients.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Grill sweet corn until charred (about 10 minutes) alongside the chicken. Dice other vegetables while waiting.
- Assemble bowls with rice as a base topped with sliced grilled chicken, corn kernels, diced vegetables, salsa, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 600g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg