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Easy Flavor-Packed Chicken Burrito Bowl Meal Prep Recipe for Quick Healthy Dinners

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A quick and easy chicken burrito bowl meal prep recipe packed with smoky chipotle, zesty lime, and fresh toppings. Perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice or jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
  • Optional: shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh lime wedges, for serving
  • Hot sauce or salsa, if desired

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chipotle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken in the marinade until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or chicken broth to a boil. Add rice and a pinch of salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir lime zest, lime juice, and chopped cilantro into the rice. Adjust salt to taste.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. While chicken cooks, prepare toppings: rinse and drain black beans, chop cherry tomatoes, slice avocado, measure corn, and shred cheese if using.
  6. Divide cilantro-lime rice evenly among 4 meal prep containers. Top each with sliced chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Add cheese if desired. Garnish with lime wedges and hot sauce or salsa if using.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Serve cold or reheat in microwave for 1-2 minutes, adding fresh avocado afterward to avoid browning.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes for best flavor; overnight is ideal. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. Rinse rice to remove excess starch and prevent gumminess. Add fresh lime juice to rice before serving for brightness. Store avocado and yogurt separately when freezing to maintain texture.

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