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Colorful southwest chicken burrito bowls featuring vibrant ingredients like grilled chicken, black beans, corn, fresh tomatoes, avocado slices, and shredded cheese artfully arranged in white bowls. The bowls are garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges, with a backdrop of rustic wooden table and natural sunlight highlighting textures and colors, styled casually for an appetizing and inviting look.

Healthy Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls for Meal Prep

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A vibrant and nutritious Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowl packed with flavorful grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and fresh toppings, perfect for a healthy meal or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or white rice
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill until cooked through and slice.
  2. Cook rice according to package instructions. Keep warm.
  3. Divide rice among bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.
  4. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro.
  5. Drizzle lime juice over bowls. Serve immediately or store in airtight containers for meal prep.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute grilled vegetables or tofu for chicken.
  • Adjust toppings based on preferences, add jalapeños for extra heat or sour cream for creaminess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Grilling, assembling
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg