Description
Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls are a delightful fusion of tender chicken, colorful veggies, and zesty spices, all served in a warm and cozy bowl. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game nights, this dish brings a fiesta to your table with every bite. Customizable to suit any preference, these burrito bowls are not just a meal; they’re an experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
- 1.5 cups rice (brown or white)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with chili powder and cumin before cooking until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from the skillet and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and stir-fry until slightly softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a separate pot, heat black beans until warmed through and prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Combine chopped chicken back into the skillet with peppers. Add lime juice and cilantro for freshness.
- To serve, layer rice as the base in each bowl followed by the chicken mixture. Top with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg