Description
A quick and satisfying recipe for Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Bowls, perfect for busy weeknights with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shredded chicken along with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until everything is heated through.
- In individual serving bowls, layer the cooked rice, black beans, corn, and the seasoned chicken.
- Top each bowl with salsa, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve immediately and savor the flavors!
Notes
Consider serving with tortilla chips and guacamole or a green salad dressed with lime vinaigrette for a fuller meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: burrito bowls, chicken recipes, quick dinners, Mexican cuisine, meal prep