Chicken Burrito Bowl
A chicken burrito bowl layers seasoned chicken, cilantro-lime rice, beans, corn, and fresh toppings into one satisfying meal. It is endlessly customizable, meal-prep friendly, and packed with bold Tex-Mex flavor. Build it your way with your favorite salsa, avocado, and a squeeze of lime.
Mexican
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
High-Protein
Stovetop
Lunch
Dinner
Family
Meal Prep
One-Pot
Chicken
Corn
- ⏱ 35 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 600 g chicken breast, cubed
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
- 2 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp each chili powder and cumin
- to serve toppings: salsa, avocado
Instructions
- Toss the chicken with the chili powder, cumin, half the lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken in a hot oiled pan until browned and cooked through.
- Stir the remaining lime juice and the cilantro into the warm rice.
- Warm the black beans and corn with a pinch of salt.
- Divide the cilantro-lime rice among bowls and top with chicken, beans, and corn.
- Finish with salsa, avocado, and a squeeze of lime, then serve.
💡 Chef's tip
Marinate the chicken even briefly in lime and spices; the acid and seasoning penetrate fast and make a big difference in flavor.
Tossing the cooked rice with lime juice and cilantro turns plain rice into the bright, restaurant-style base that ties the whole bowl together.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Protein: 38 g
- Carbs: 52 g
- Fat: 13 g
