Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl
A flavorful and healthy burrito bowl featuring smoky chipotle chicken, nutritious quinoa, and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Sauces and seasonings
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Main ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup prepared pico de gallo or other salsa
- 0.25 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
For serving
- to taste Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high or broiler.
- Combine chipotles, oil, garlic powder, and cumin in a small bowl.
- Season chicken with salt, grill for 5 minutes or broil for 9 minutes, then brush with chipotle glaze and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble bowls 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, and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the chicken with the chipotle glaze during grilling.