How long does it take to make Meal Prep Burrito Bowls?

Meal Prep Burrito Bowls takes about 40 minutes total (15 minutes prep, 25 minutes cook time).

How many servings does Meal Prep Burrito Bowls make?

This recipe makes 5 servings. You can easily scale the ingredients up or down.

What type of cuisine is Meal Prep Burrito Bowls?

Meal Prep Burrito Bowls is a Mexican dish, typically served as a lunch.

What are the main ingredients in Meal Prep Burrito Bowls?

The key ingredients include boneless skinless chicken thighs, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and 8 more.

Details

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep: 15 minutes

Cook: 25 minutes

Serve: 5

Course: Lunch

Meal Prep Burrito Bowls

Name: Meal Prep Burrito Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1.5 teaspoons salt; 2 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked); 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 cup corn kernels; 1 cup pico de gallo; 1/2 cup shredded cheese; for topping sour cream or Greek yogurt

Chipotle-style burrito bowls you can meal prep on Sunday and eat all week. Cilantro-lime rice, seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, pico de gallo, and all the fixings — better than takeout and a fraction of the price.

Ingredients

•2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
•2 teaspoons chili powder
•1 teaspoon cumin
•1 teaspoon smoked paprika
•1.5 teaspoons salt
•2 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
•2 tablespoons lime juice
•1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
•1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
•1 cup corn kernels
•1 cup pico de gallo
•1/2 cup shredded cheese
•for topping sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

Season chicken thighs with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt.
Grill or pan-sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F). Let rest, then dice.
Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Warm black beans and corn in a small saucepan or microwave.
Divide cilantro-lime rice among 5 meal prep containers.
Top each container with diced chicken, black beans, corn, and pico de gallo.
Add shredded cheese. Pack sour cream separately.
Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat rice and protein in the microwave; add cold toppings after.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Meal Prep Burrito Bowls?: Meal Prep Burrito Bowls takes about 40 minutes total (15 minutes prep, 25 minutes cook time).
How many servings does Meal Prep Burrito Bowls make?: This recipe makes 5 servings. You can easily scale the ingredients up or down.
What type of cuisine is Meal Prep Burrito Bowls?: Meal Prep Burrito Bowls is a Mexican dish, typically served as a lunch.
What are the main ingredients in Meal Prep Burrito Bowls?: The key ingredients include boneless skinless chicken thighs, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and 8 more.

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