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Cajun Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and colorful bowl combining Cajun-spiced grilled chicken, seasoned rice, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast (½ inch thickness)
  • 4 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning (divided)
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice (uncooked)
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 cups water or chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 0.33 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 red onion red onion (julienned)
  • 1 green pepper green pepper (julienned)
  • 1 red pepper red pepper (julienned)
  • 1 yellow pepper yellow pepper (julienned)
  • 15 ounce Can Black Beans (warmed)
  • 2 cups frozen corn (thawed and warmed)
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 cup romaine or iceberg lettuce (shredded)
  • 1 cup colby jack cheese (shredded)
  • 0.25 cup sour cream

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with 2 tbsp olive oil and Cajun seasoning for 20 minutes.
  • Cook seasoned rice in water or chicken stock until tender, then stir in lime juice and cilantro.
  • Grill chicken on medium-high heat 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through, then rest.
  • Sauté peppers and onion with remaining Cajun seasoning and olive oil for 4-6 minutes.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, sliced chicken, sautéed vegetables, black beans, corn, lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, and sour cream.

Notes

Adjust seasoning and toppings to taste for best flavor.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Burrito, Cajun, Chicken