Ingredients
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For the Base:
- 1 cup white or brown rice, cooked
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon lime juice
For the Protein:
- 1 pound chicken breast (or steak, shrimp, tofu)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Toppings:
- 1 cup black beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup guacamole
- ½ cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rice
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, mix in salt, cumin, and lime juice for extra flavor.
Step 2: Prepare the Protein
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken (or your preferred protein) in the seasoning mixture.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the protein until fully cooked.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Step 3: Prepare the Toppings
- Dice tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
- Drain and rinse black beans and corn.
- Grate the cheese and set aside.
Step 4: Assemble the Burrito Bowl
- In a bowl, add a base layer of rice.
- Arrange your protein on top.
- Add beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
- Sprinkle cheese and add a dollop of sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top.
- Serve with lime wedges for added zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 600mg
- Protein: 35g
Keywords: Burrito Bowl Recipe