Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa, a wholesome twist on traditional burritos! This nutritious dish replaces the tortilla with protein-rich quinoa and layers it with seasoned grilled chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a refreshing avocado salsa. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests, these bowls are customizable to suit your preferences. Packed with vibrant ingredients and bold flavors, this easy recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dry quinoa
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp ancho chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 2/3 cups frozen corn
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans
- Fresh ingredients for avocado salsa: tomatoes, avocados, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro
Instructions
- Cook quinoa by combining it with chicken broth in a saucepan. Bring to boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Grill seasoned chicken breasts until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare avocado salsa by mixing diced tomatoes, avocados, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and cilantro in a bowl.
- Assemble bowls by layering quinoa topped with chicken slices, corn, black beans, avocado salsa, and optional toppings like cheese or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg