This Chicken Burrito Bowl is a nutritious, delicious, and filling meal. It’s a healthier (and less expensive) copycat Chipotle chicken. Plus, it’s just as tasty (if not more so). Great for meal prep and easy lunches.
Why we love this Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe
Skip the Chipotle delivery and make this fresh burrito bowl at home, with the most deliciously seasoned chicken breast!
- Healthy: Romaine lettuce, sweet corn, tomatoes, and cilantro make this dish so refreshing.
- Hearty: Lean chicken and high-protein beans give you plenty of go-power.
- Flavorful: The quick and fresh salsa, cheese, and sour cream add so much flavor to these tasty bowls.
Variations on Copycat Chipotle Chicken
- You can make the burrito bowls vegetarian by swapping the chicken for roasted veggies.
- You can also swap out the chicken for your favorite protein, such as beef, pork, or tofu.
- Brown rice gives you a solid dose of healthy carbs and fiber. You can also use quinoa, white rice, amaranth, or couscous as an alternative grain.
- Make low-carb burrito bowls by replacing the rice with cauliflower rice.
- Turn these burrito bowls into a burrito by wrapping them in tortillas, or turn the filling into a wrap by wrapping it in spinach wraps (or your fave), or turn it into a salad by swapping the rice for lettuce.
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How to Store and Reheat
Copycat chipotle chicken will last for 3 days in the refrigerator.
The cooked/warm components–chicken, rice, black beans–can be stored together and will allow you to heat them in the microwave without heating the fresh components.
I would suggest storing the fresh/cold components in separate containers: lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, etc. so they don’t make each other soggy and stay as fresh as possible.
Top Reader Review
“This is so delicious! Fast and easy to make. My whole family loved creating their own according to their likes! Very fresh and delicious ingredients that keep it healthy!!” – Michaelle T.
Chicken Burrito Bowl (Copycat Chipotle Chicken)
This chicken burrito bowl is a nutritious,delicious,and filling meal. It’s a healthier (and less expensive) chipotle copycat,plus it’s just as tasty (if not more so!). Great for meal prep and easy lunches.
Prep:5minutes
Cook:20minutes
Total Time
:25minutes
Instructions
For the Burrito Bowl:
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces,and add them to a medium-sized bowl.
2 boneless,skinless chicken breasts
Add the olive oil,paprika,cumin,ground chili pepper,salt,and black pepper. Mix well until chicken is coated with spices and oil.
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,1 teaspoon ground paprika,1 teaspoon ground cumin,½ teaspoon ground chili pepper,½ teaspoon kosher salt,½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Heat a nonstick pan over medium,add the chicken,and cook for 7-8 minutes on each side,until thoroughly cooked. Set aside.
Cook the rice according to the box instructions.
1 cup dry white rice
In a large bowl,add the chopped lettuce,corn,beans,rice,and cooked chicken.
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce,1 cup canned corn,1 cup canned black beans
Make the salsa:Add all salsa ingredients to a bowl and mix well until combined.
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro,½ tomato,½ onion,2 tablespoons white vinegar,4 tablespoons lime juice,⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
Add the salsa,sliced avocado,sour cream,and cheddar cheese on top of the burrito bowls. Enjoy!
1 avocado,¼ cup sour cream,¼ cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
Notes
- If you like your salsa to be extra smooth you can pulse all the ingredients in a blender for 10-15 seconds
- Save time by using rice packets,which take 90 seconds to cook.
- Make low-carb burrito bowls by replacing the rice with cauliflower rice.
- The ingredients and measurements are simply suggestions. You can use add/swap any ingredients for your favs.
Storage: Store chicken burrito bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Burrito Bowl (Copycat Chipotle Chicken)
Amount Per Serving (1 bowl)
Calories595
Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat24g37%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 12g
Cholesterol91mg30%
Sodium793mg34%
Potassium1119mg32%
Carbohydrates60g20%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein36g72%
Vitamin A2850IU57%
Vitamin C18mg22%
Calcium130mg13%
Iron3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
How to Make Chicken Burrito Bowls Step by Step
Season the chicken: Cut 2 chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Add them to a bowl with 2 tbsp olive oil,1 tsp paprika,1 tsp cumin,1/2 tsp chili pepper,1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Toss to coat the chicken.
Cook the chicken:Heat a pan over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook for about 7-8 minutes per side until cooked all the way through. Set aside.
Cook the rice:Cook 1 cup of dry white rice according to package instructions.
Make the salsa:Add 1 tbsp chopped cilantro,1/2 tomato,1/2 onion,2 tbsp white vinegar,4 tbsp lime juice and 1/8 tsp salt to a bowl and toss to combine.
Assemble the bowls:Add all of your ingredients to a bowl with your desired toppings.
