Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Tex-Mex Chicken Burrito Bowl, combining tender, seasoned chicken with colorful vegetables and zesty toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this customizable dish is not only satisfying but also nourishing. With a quick prep time of 20 minutes and a cooking time of 30 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious meal packed with protein and fresh ingredients any night of the week. Gather your ingredients and create a bowl that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle olive oil over chicken breasts and season with taco seasoning. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- While chicken bakes, prepare rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped bell peppers and corn in olive oil for about five minutes until tender.
- Once chicken is done, slice into bite-sized pieces. In serving bowls, layer rice at the base followed by black beans, sautéed vegetables, sliced chicken, and diced tomatoes.
- Top each bowl with sour cream and salsa as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg