Description
A balanced and flavorful burrito bowl meal prep recipe made with seasoned chicken, rice, beans, and fresh toppings, perfect for easy and customizable weekly meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for rice)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup salsa
Instructions
- Bring water and salt to a boil, add rice, reduce heat, and simmer until tender. Stir in lime juice and cilantro once cooked.
- Season diced chicken with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prepare remaining ingredients by draining beans and chopping vegetables.
- Divide rice evenly into meal prep containers.
- Top with cooked chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
- Add cheese, sour cream, and salsa just before serving or keep them separate for freshness.
Notes
- Store wet toppings separately to maintain freshness.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
- Swap chicken for beef, turkey, or tofu as desired.
- Add avocado or guacamole for extra creaminess.
- Great for up to 4 days of meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
