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Quick and Flavorful Burrito Bowls Recipe

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A quick and easy 20-minute burrito bowl recipe featuring seasoned chicken, rice, beans, fresh veggies, and a creamy lime yogurt sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for various diets.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces (substitute with firm tofu or lean ground beef)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice, cooked
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Optional: Jalapeño slices
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce or chipotle in adobo (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions or using a rice cooker; set aside and keep warm.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss chicken pieces with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). For tofu, press dry and cook until crispy on all sides.
  4. Add rinsed black beans to the skillet with chicken for the last 2 minutes to warm through, stirring gently.
  5. While chicken cooks, halve cherry tomatoes, dice red onion, chop cilantro, and warm corn if frozen.
  6. Mix Greek yogurt, lime zest, and hot sauce (if using) in a small bowl; set aside.
  7. Assemble bowls by layering warm rice, chicken and bean mixture, tomatoes, corn, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges and a drizzle of the yogurt sauce. Toss gently or serve layered. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure browning. Season as you go, including the beans and rice. Use fresh lime juice and zest for best flavor. Press tofu for 15 minutes before cooking if substituting. Prep veggies while rice cooks to save time. Add avocado last to maintain creaminess.

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Keywords: burrito bowl, quick dinner, easy recipe, chicken burrito bowl, healthy dinner, weeknight meal, Mexican-inspired, gluten-free option, vegetarian option

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