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High Protein Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe

Mexican seasoned chicken, cilantro lime rice, guacamole, oh my! Get your healthy on with this high protein, macro-friendly, & delicious chicken burrito bowl!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white rice*
  • 1 lime
  • 2 tbs cilantro
  • 12 oz chicken breast, raw weight**
  • Favorite Mexican seasoning
  • ⅓ cup no salt added black beans
  • ½ cup fresh pico de gallo or salsa
  • ¼ cup guacamole
  • ¼ cup nonfat greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce

Cooking Instructions

  1. Toss cooked white rice with chopped cilantro, squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt
  2. Toss chicken breast with your favorite Mexican seasoning and bake or grill as desired
  3. Once chicken is done cooking, cut into bite size pieces
  4. Warm your black beans in the microwave
  5. Now it’s time to build your bowl!
  6. Divide all ingredients above between 2 bowls
    a. Cilantro Lime Rice
    b. Shredded Lettuce
    c. Cooked Chicken Breast
    d. Black Beans
    e. Guacamole
    f. Fresh Pico De Gallo
    g. Greek Yogurt
  7. Finish off with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and a wedge of lime
  8. Serve with chips, if desired

Notes:

*White rice can be swapped for brown rice.

**Chicken can be swapped for grilled steak or any vegetarian/vegan friendly protein option.

Serving Suggestions

Makes 2 servings

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