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Healthy Low-Calorie Chicken Burrito Bowl

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A quick and healthy chicken burrito bowl ready in 30 minutes, featuring juicy seasoned chicken, brown rice, black beans, and fresh veggies for a satisfying yet light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced
  • 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/2 cup low-fat shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar, optional)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Hot sauce or salsa (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice blend evenly over the chicken breasts and let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  3. Warm leftover brown rice gently or cook brown rice according to package instructions if needed. Toss cooked rice with black beans, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt if desired.
  4. Halve cherry tomatoes, chop romaine lettuce, finely dice red onion, and slice avocado and jalapeño if using. Keep avocado slices in a bowl with a little lime juice to prevent browning.
  5. Assemble the bowl by layering the rice and beans mixture, sliced chicken, fresh veggies, and optional cheese or Greek yogurt. Add extra lime wedges or hot sauce on the side if desired.
  6. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top and drizzle with olive oil if preferred. Serve warm.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts thinner if needed to avoid drying out. Rest chicken before slicing to keep it juicy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear. Use leftover rice to save time. Keep avocado and creamy toppings separate if storing leftovers to prevent browning.

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