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Healthy Chipotle Bowl at Home

July 30, 2021 By Maria Leave a Comment

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Chipotle chicken burrito bowl with rice and veggies
Chipotle chicken burrito bowl with rice and veggies

This healthy Chipotle bowl at home is the copycat of Chipotle’s chicken burrito bowl. It is a healthy, delicious, and flavorful option for a super tasty dinner as well as a perfect option to satisfy Chipotle cravings. Either way, it will surely become a favorite!

A picture of a chipotle inspired homemade chicken burrito bowl

What is in a burrito bowl?

A burrito bowl is made with a layer of rice, a layer of beans, and on top your choice of protein (can sub tofu for vegan option), fajita veggies (sautéed green or red peppers, onions, and corn), and optional toppings (guac, salsa, or cilantro). Because of its ingredients, it is naturally rich in protein and an easy and healthy gluten-free option for a meal.

Ingredients for the healthy chipotle bowl at home recipe

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • This recipe is completely gluten-free, dairy-free, and can be made vegan.
  • This bowl is just as good as the Chipotle burrito bowl (if not better) but with much less sodium and better-quality ingredients.
  • This recipe is high in protein, rich in nutrients, and super flavorful. Oh, and did I mention it is great for meal prep? It can be made beforehand and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

How to make a healthy Chipotle bowl at home

Why go to chipotle when you can make your own chipotle chicken burrito bowl at home? A quick chicken marinade is what this recipe needs for it to become a rich in flavor option for a perfect lunch or dinner.

For the veggies

Heat some extra-virgin olive oil in a pan. When the oil is hot add in the onions and green or red bell peppers. It is important to stir frequently so the veggies won’t burn or stick to the bottom of the pan. Cook until seared and golden, set the onions and peppers aside and add in the canned corn kernels and keep stirring.

For the chicken

In a mixing bowl add ground cumin, paprika, garlic, chipotle sauce, and olive oil. Blend together. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the seasoned chicken to the bowl with the marinade, and let it rest for at least 20 minutes.

Marinated chicken in a white bowl

Heat some extra-virgin olive oil in the same pan as the veggies and let the chicken cook until cooked through and lightly charred.

Tips for making this healthy Chipotle bowl at home perfectly

  • The marinade of the chicken is the most important step to ensure great taste in this burrito bowl.
  • Keep stirring the veggies to prevent them from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to three days.
A zoomed in picture of a chipotle inspired homemade chicken burrito bowl

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Healthy Chipotle Bowl at Home


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white rice, cooked
  • 1 cup black beans

Chicken

  • 1 lb skinless chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 3 tbsp chipotle sauce
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Veggies

  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 cup of canned corn kernels

Toppings

  • Cilantro leaves

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl add the olive oil, water, chipotle sauce, paprika, garlic, and cumin. Mix together.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken to the bowl with the marinade and mix until evenly coated. Set aside.
  4. In the meantime, heat some olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. When oil is hot, add the onions, red peppers, and corn kernels. Stir until seared, softened, and charred. Set veggies aside.
  5. In the same pan, add some more olive oil. Add the marinated chicken and cook until cooked through and lightly charred.
  6. In a bowl arrange equal parts of rice and beans, add the veggies, and chicken. Top it off with your favorite toppings such as cilantro, crumbled queso, guac or salsa.

Notes

Swap the chicken for your favorite vegan substitute to make it vegan friendly.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

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