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A vibrant Burrito Bowl, Chipotle Style, with rice, beans, corn, and salsa.

Quick way to grow a Burrito Bowl (Chipotle Style)

This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to make a Chipotle-style burrito bowl at home, featuring tender chicken, flavorful rice, and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 bowl
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 large chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
For the Toppings
  • 0.5 cup black beans canned, rinsed
  • 0.5 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 0.25 cup salsa
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 0.5 avocado sliced or diced

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large skillet
  • serving bowl

Method
 

Chicken Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breast into thin strips or cube it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked through and slightly browned. Set aside.
Rice Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the cooked white rice with lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well.
Assemble the Bowl
  1. In a large serving bowl, start with a base of the lime cilantro rice.
  2. Arrange the cooked chicken, black beans, and corn next to the rice in separate sections.
  3. Top with a generous spoonful of salsa, a dollop of sour cream, and slices or diced avocado.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Chipotle-style burrito bowl.

Notes

Feel free to customize your burrito bowl with additional toppings like shredded cheese, pickled jalapeños, or different vegetables. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with seasoned tofu or extra beans.