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Chicken Burrito Protein Bowl Recipe

Chicken Burrito Protein Bowl Recipe

5 from 10 reviews

This Chicken Burrito Protein Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, zesty cilantro lime rice, and a variety of fresh toppings for a satisfying meal in a bowl.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 chipotle chilis in adobo sauce, finely chopped, plus 1 1/2 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into strips

For the Cilantro Lime Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 lime, zested plus 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

To Assemble:

  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 1 avocado, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 small red onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine avocado oil, lime juice, chopped chilies, adobo sauce, garlic powder, and salt. Add chicken strips and coat them with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken until done, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Make the Cilantro Lime Rice: Boil water, add rice and salt. Simmer until cooked. Fluff with a fork and mix in lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro.
  4. Assemble the Bowl: In a serving bowl, layer rice and lettuce. Top with cooked chicken, tomatoes, avocados, corn, black beans, and red onions.

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