Description
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa offer a vibrant and healthy twist on traditional burritos. Packed with seasoned grilled chicken, nutrient-dense quinoa, hearty black beans, and a zesty avocado salsa, this dish is a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these customizable bowls are not only delicious but also easy to make, ensuring you can enjoy wholesome comfort food without the fuss. Serve them at family gatherings or simply prepare them for a satisfying lunch throughout the week. With endless topping options and fresh ingredients, you can create your perfect bowl every time!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups dry quinoa
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp ancho chili powder
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 ⅔ cups frozen corn
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans
- Mexican blend cheese or queso fresco (optional)
- Plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream (optional)
- 3 medium roma tomatoes
- 1 ½ medium avocados
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in chicken broth according to package instructions (approximately 15 minutes).
- Preheat grill and season chicken with olive oil and spices; grill until cooked through.
- Prepare avocado salsa by mixing diced tomatoes, avocados, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and cilantro.
- Assemble bowls with quinoa as the base topped with grilled chicken, corn, black beans, cheese (optional), and avocado salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken for extra flavor. Customize toppings according to your taste preferences. Store components separately for meal prep to maintain freshness.