Description
A delicious and nutritious burrito bowl packed with protein from grilled chicken, black beans, and quinoa, topped with fresh veggies and zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture onto the chicken breasts.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and lime juice. Mix well.
- To assemble the burrito bowls, divide the quinoa mixture among four bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken, avocado, shredded lettuce, cheese, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately with additional lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings based on your preference, adding ingredients like sour cream, salsa, or jalapeños.
- To meal prep, store the quinoa mixture and toppings separately to keep everything fresh.
- This recipe can easily be made in larger batches for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 40
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