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A delicious plate of Easy Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls (Meal Prep)

Easy Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls (Meal Prep)

These Easy Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls are a perfect meal prep option, combining flavorful marinated chicken with fresh veggies and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

  • 680 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 45 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 425 g black beans drained and rinsed
  • 425 g sweet corn drained and rinsed
  • 150 g red bell pepper chopped
  • 150 g green bell pepper chopped
  • 75 g red onion chopped
  • 1 medium roma tomato chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeno optional
  • 15 g cilantro chopped
  • 60 ml lime juice about 2 limes
  • 60 ml apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 15 ml honey optional
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper more to taste
  • 200 g jasmine rice uncooked
  • 15 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 15 g cilantro chopped
  • 30 ml lime juice about 1 lime
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt more to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper more to taste
  • 180 g plain Greek yogurt
  • 15 ml olive oil mayonnaise or your favorite mayo (optional)
  • 30 ml lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 15 ml honey
  • 30 g fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt more to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper more to taste
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce or your favorite greens
  • 1 medium avocado sliced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into cubes. Add the marinade ingredients including the spices and 1 Tbsp of the olive oil to a medium bowl and add the chicken. Toss until everything is coated. Set aside to let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook rice according to the instructions on the package. Let it cool for about 5-10 minutes and then add the cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix to combine.
  3. Finely chop the bell peppers, roma tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, and jalapeno (if using). Drain and rinse the black beans and corn. In a large bowl, add the chopped vegetables, black beans, corn, cilantro, lime juice, vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
  4. To prepare the dressing, add the dressing ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, undisturbed. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165℉ (75°C).
  6. Assemble the bowls by adding the rice, chicken, romaine lettuce (or greens of choice), and salsa. Top with the Southwest Dressing and any additional toppings.

Notes

These burrito bowls can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and are great for meal prep. Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings!