Description
A colorful and protein-packed burrito bowl that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch, fits into a low-carb lifestyle, and is customizable for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (or substitute with beef, turkey, or a plant-based option)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend (shredded)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 cup sugar-free salsa
- 0.25 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 whole jalapeño (minced, adjust according to preference)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until no pink remains and it’s lightly browned.
- If there’s excess fat, drain it off. Add the taco seasoning with 2-3 tablespoons of water and stir constantly for about 2 minutes until the meat is well-coated and most liquid has evaporated.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- For frozen cauliflower rice, microwave for 4-5 minutes until hot. If using fresh cauliflower rice, sauté it in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until tender but firm.
- Layer chopped romaine in serving bowls, followed by a portion of cauliflower rice. Top with the seasoned protein, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cheese, and cilantro.
- Finish each bowl off with dollops of sour cream, a generous spoonful of salsa, minced jalapeño to taste, and a fresh squeeze of lime juice just before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, let the seasoned protein marinate for 15 minutes before cooking. Offer a variety of toppings for customization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: burrito bowl, low carb, breakfast, customizable, healthy eating