Description
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa are a delightful and nutritious twist on traditional burritos. This vibrant dish features seasoned grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, hearty black beans, and a zesty avocado salsa that comes together beautifully. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these bowls are not only packed with flavor but also customizable to suit your preferences. Whether you’re prepping for the week or hosting a gathering, this recipe is sure to impress with its hearty ingredients and fresh toppings. Dive into this satisfying meal that brings together bold spices and wholesome ingredients for a healthy dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dry quinoa
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp ancho chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 2/3 cups frozen corn
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans
- 3 medium roma tomatoes
- 1 1/2 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
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and combine it with chicken broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let it rest covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to 425°F. Season chicken breasts with olive oil and spices (ancho chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper). Grill each side for about 4 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- For the avocado salsa, mix diced tomatoes, avocados, red onion, jalapeño, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro in a bowl; season to taste.
- To serve, layer quinoa in bowls topped with sliced chicken, black beans (if using), avocado salsa, corn (optional), and Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg