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Flavorful Five-Dollar Chicken Burrito Bowls Easy Meal Prep Recipe

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A quick, affordable, and tasty chicken burrito bowl recipe perfect for meal prep, featuring marinated chicken, zesty rice, black beans, and fresh toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice or brown rice
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced
  • 1/4 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream (for dolloping)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly. Set aside for 10 minutes or refrigerate up to 1 hour for deeper flavor.
  2. Cook the rice: Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water or broth, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes (40 minutes for brown rice). Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in cilantro if using.
  3. Prepare the beans: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add drained black beans, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir and warm through for 3-5 minutes. Set aside.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken pieces and cook 5-6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from pan and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  5. Assemble the bowls: Divide rice evenly among bowls or meal prep containers. Top with black beans, sliced chicken, corn, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, and avocado. Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream and finish with salsa or pico de gallo.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes for flavor; up to 1 hour is better. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure a good sear. Let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Fluff rice gently with a fork to keep grains separate. Store avocado and salsa separately to avoid sogginess. This recipe freezes well; thaw overnight before reheating.

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