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Burrito Bowl Recipe

Burrito Bowl Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and customizable Burrito Bowl Recipe that blends hearty flavors and fresh ingredients. This delicious dish features seasoned rice, tender grilled chicken or beef, colorful vegetables, and a medley of toppings like creamy guacamole and zesty salsa. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, each bowl is an opportunity to tailor the ingredients to your liking—making it a hit with both kids and adults alike. Enjoy a satisfying meal that’s packed with nutrients while allowing everyone to create their ideal bowl!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup guacamole
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add rice and stir briefly. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 15–20 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork after resting.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft; add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1–2 minutes.
  3. Stir in black beans, corn kernels, and diced tomato; cook for about 4–5 minutes until heated through.
  4. Season the mixture with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt (½ teaspoon), black pepper (¼ teaspoon), and red pepper flakes (¼ teaspoon). Mix well.
  5. Add shredded chicken; heat through for another 2–3 minutes.
  6. Assemble bowls by spooning rice as the base, topping with the vegetable-chicken mixture, cilantro, cheddar cheese (½ cup), sour cream (½ cup), guacamole (¼ cup), salsa (¼ cup), a drizzle of lime juice (1 tablespoon), and optional hot sauce.
  • Author: Dahlia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Experiment by adding different proteins like turkey or switching out veggies based on seasonal availability. For vegetarian options, replace chicken with extra beans or grilled vegetables.