Recipes

Name: Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl
Prep time: 30 s
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 pound boneless; skinless chicken breast; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 cups cooked quinoa; 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce; 1 cup canned pinto beans; rinsed; 1 ripe avocado; diced; ¼ cup prepared pico de gallo or other salsa; ¼ cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese; Lime wedges for serving

Main dish, combination meal

Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl

Overview

This chipotle-flavored burrito bowl recipe is even better than takeout and just as fast. Loading it with vegetables and using quinoa in place of rice adds nutrition for a healthy dinner.

Prep time 30

Cook Time 0

Total Time 30

Nutritional Information

Makes: 4 Servings

Serving size: 1 burrito bowl, about 2 1/2 cups

Calories 452kcal

Fat 19g

Saturated Fat 4g

Monounsaturated Fat 10g

Cholesterol 90mg

Sodium 462mg

Carbohydrates 36g

Dietary Fiber 9g

Added sugars 0g

Total sugars 3g

Protein 36g

Potassium 995mg

Instructions

STEP 1 Preheat grill to medium-high or preheat broiler.

STEP 2 Combine chipotles, oil, garlic powder and cumin in a small bowl.

STEP 3 Oil the grill rack or a rimmed baking sheet, if broiling. Season chicken with salt. Grill the chicken for 5 minutes or broil it on the prepared baking sheet for 9 minutes. Turn, brush with the chipotle glaze and continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165°F, 3 to 5 minutes more on the grill or 9 minutes more under the broiler. Transfer to a clean cutting board. Chop into bite-size pieces.

STEP 4 Assemble each burrito bowl with 1/2 cup quinoa, 1/2 cup chicken, 1/2 cup lettuce, 1/4 cup beans, 1/4 avocado, 1 tablespoon pico de gallo (or other salsa) and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve with a lime wedge.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon ground cumin

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast

¼ teaspoon salt

2 cups cooked quinoa

2 cups shredded romaine lettuce

1 cup canned pinto beans , rinsed

1 ripe avocado, diced

¼ cup prepared pico de gallo or other salsa

¼ cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Lime wedges for serving

*A health-promoting diet focuses on a variety of nutrient-dense foods, including vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats from nuts and plant oils. Limit intake of both saturated fat and added sugars to less than 10% of your daily calories, and sodium to less than 2,300 mg per day. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but your calorie and other nutrient needs may vary. For dietary guidance specific to you, consult a healthcare provider.