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Meal Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls


  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This chicken burrito bowl recipe is a game-changer for anyone looking for a delicious and easy meal prep solution. It’s designed to hold up beautifully for days, ensuring your busy weeknights are covered with a satisfying and flavorful dinner that doesn’t get soggy. Say goodbye to sad desk lunches and hello to vibrant, fresh flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained (or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed)
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa per serving
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce per serving
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, per serving
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese per serving
  • 1/4 cup salsa per serving
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt per serving
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Pat the chicken breasts or thighs dry with paper towels. Cut them into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the entire packet of taco seasoning, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.

    2. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

    3. In the same skillet, add the diced red bell pepper and yellow onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.

    4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans and the drained corn. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until everything is heated through.

    5. For each meal prep container, start with a layer of cooked brown rice or quinoa at the bottom. This forms the base.

    6. Next, add a generous portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture next to the rice. Crucially, keep the wet ingredients separate from the lettuce and other fresh toppings.

    7. In a separate small compartment of your meal prep container (or a small reusable container), place the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, and sour cream/Greek yogurt. This separation is what prevents sogginess!

    8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired. Seal your containers tightly and refrigerate until ready to eat.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
    • Category: main dish
    • Method: saute
    • Cuisine: mexican

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 bowl

    Keywords: burrito bowl, chicken, meal prep, healthy, easy, weeknight, mexican, lunch, dinner, quick