Spicy Chicken Burrito Bowl
A flavorful and customizable burrito bowl featuring spicy chicken, zesty cilantro-lime rice, and fresh toppings, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Spicy Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 4 to 1 2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For the Zesty Cilantro-Lime Rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- Zest and juice of 1 large lime lime zest and juice
- 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 2 tsp salt
Fresh Toppings
- 1 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 ripe avocados, diced or sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion finely diced red onion
- Shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
- Your favorite salsa or pico de gallo
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook rice in a saucepan with broth, salt, lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro until liquid is absorbed, then fluff.
- Season chicken with spices, then cook in oil until browned and cooked through, finishing with lime juice.
- Prepare toppings: dice avocados, halve tomatoes, chop red onion, rinse beans, and warm if desired.
- Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes, onion, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
You can customize toppings and spice levels to suit your taste.