Chicken Burrito Bowls
These high-protein chicken burrito bowls are loaded with rice, beans, veggies, and bold spices—perfect for a healthy, balanced lunch or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 meal prep bowls
- Category: Lunch, Meal Prep, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American
Ingredients
Cold Ingredients:
2 cups arugula
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
7 oz can corn, drained
14 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
Shredded Chicken:
1 lb chicken breasts
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Rice:
1 cup basmati rice
1½ cups water
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp cumin
¼–½ tsp cayenne (to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper
Dressing:
4 tbsp Caesar dressing (use dairy-free version if needed)
Instructions
Cook the Chicken:
Place chicken breasts in a pot and season with salt and pepper.
Cover with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for ~15 minutes or until fully cooked (internal temp 165°F).
Remove chicken and let cool before shredding.
Prepare the Rice:
4. Rinse rice in a mesh strainer.
5. Add rice and water to a saucepan. Bring to a simmer uncovered.
6. Once bubbling, cover and reduce heat. Cook for 7 minutes.
7. Stir in paprika, cumin, cayenne, and black pepper.
8. Cover and cook another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes. Fluff before serving.
Assemble the Bowls:
9. Divide arugula, tomatoes, corn, black beans, rice, and shredded chicken among 4 meal prep containers.
10. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the chicken or over the whole bowl, if desired.
Notes
Spice Level: Increase cayenne if you prefer more heat.
Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free Caesar dressing if needed.
Great for meal prep—store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Serve cold or reheat the rice and chicken portions before eating.
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