Description
Easy Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowls are a flavorful, quick meal that combines tender marinated chicken with vibrant bell peppers, sweet corn, and creamy avocado. This visually stunning dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a satisfying balance of protein and vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, these customizable bowls will impress your family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup sweet corn (canned or fresh)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter for easy access.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and corn for about 5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Assemble burrito bowls by layering black beans at the bottom, topped with sautéed veggies and sliced chicken.
- Finish with sliced avocado and lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg