Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Bowl

A delicious and easy-to-make chicken and black bean burrito bowl recipe that is filled with protein, fiber, and healthy carbs!

15m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 cup of white rice

1 can of black beans

1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon of olive oil

1 teaspoon of cumin

1 teaspoon of chili powder

1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro

1 lime, cut into wedges

Optional toppings: shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the white rice according to the instructions on the package.

Step 2

Meanwhile, rinse and drain the black beans and set them aside.

Step 3

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken to the hot skillet, and season with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

Step 6

Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 7

Add the black beans to the skillet, and stir to combine with the chicken.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to medium-low, and let the beans and chicken simmer for a few minutes.

Step 9

To assemble the burrito bowls, spoon some rice into each bowl, then add the chicken and black bean mixture on top.

Step 10

Garnish each bowl with cilantro and a lime wedge.

Step 11

Add any of the optional toppings you desire.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy!