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30-Minute Chicken Burrito Protein Bowl

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Make this quick, high-protein chicken burrito bowl in under 30 minutes. It is a simple, satisfying, and healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) low-sodium taco seasoning
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice (use pre-cooked for speed)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup salsa (your favorite kind)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional Toppings: 1 avocado, sliced; fresh cilantro, chopped; plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the cut chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken completely. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed black beans and frozen corn to the skillet with the chicken. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring until the beans and corn are heated through.
  5. Divide the cooked brown rice among four serving bowls.
  6. Spoon the seasoned chicken, bean, and corn mixture evenly over the rice in each bowl.
  7. Top each bowl with salsa and shredded cheese.
  8. Add your desired optional toppings like sliced avocado, cilantro, or Greek yogurt. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • To save time, use microwaveable pre-cooked rice or quinoa.
  • For a faster cook time on the chicken, cut it into smaller, bite-sized pieces before seasoning.
  • If you prefer, you can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and skip steps 1 and 2, adding the shredded chicken directly in step 4 with the beans and corn.

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