Chicken Burrito Bowls
Enjoy a flavorful and customizable chicken burrito bowl with cilantro lime rice and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lime juice about 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed and drained
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 cups broth or water
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime zested and juiced
Toppings
- to taste shredded lettuce
- to taste shredded cheese or queso
- to taste pico de gallo or black bean and corn salsa
- to taste guacamole
- to taste sour cream, Mexican crema, or plain Greek yogurt
- to taste roasted tomato salsa or salsa verde
Instructions
- Cook the cilantro lime rice: sauté rice in oil until white, add garlic, broth, and salt; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the chicken: season thighs with spices and lime juice, then cook in a skillet until done; dice into small pieces.
- Fluff the rice and stir in cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice; season with additional salt if needed.
- Assemble the bowls with chicken, rice, and toppings of choice.
Notes
Adjust toppings and seasonings to taste for best flavor.