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Colorful Mexican burrito bowl featuring guacamole, black beans, and shredded cheese.
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Burrito Bowl

Each Burrito Bowl serving provides 26g protein and 429 calories, batch-prepping 6 servings on the stovetop for consistent lunch prep. Balanced macros across 6 portions eliminate portion-guessing when you're tracking daily intake.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Olive oil(15g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Lime
  • Yellow Onion
  • Quinoa, Dry(240g)
  • Cilantro, Fresh(120g)
  • Beans, Black, Canned, Drained
  • Corn, Sweet, Frozen(360g)
  • Tomato, Cherry(480g)
  • JalapeñO Pepper
  • Olive oil(60g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
  • Chili powder(5g)
  • Cumin, Ground(5g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Avocado
  • Mexican Blend Cheese
  • Greek Yogurt (Nonfat)

    Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.

  • Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought

Instructions

  1. 1Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board with some space between and cover with a large piece of plastic wrap. With a mallet, lightly pound the meat to an even thickness so. Place in a shallow dish.
  2. 2Top the chicken with the olive oil, salt, pepper, lime zest, and lime juice. Rub and turn to coat. Let rest at least 15 minutes while you prep the other ingredients or refrigerate for up to 8 hours (let stand at room temperature at least 10 minutes prior to cooking). Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium high (about 425 to 450°F).
  3. 3Place the red onion in a small bowl and cover with water (this takes off some of the red onion's bite while preserving its flavor. You can skip if you like raw red onion just as it is). Set aside.
  4. 4Prepare the quinoa according to package directions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  5. 5To make the dressing, in a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, cayenne, and black pepper.
  6. 6Drizzle over the warm quinoa, then add cilantro, and toss to combine.
  7. 7Lightly oil the grill. Grill the chicken until completely cooked through and the temperature on an instant read thermometer reads 160 to 165℉, about 8 to 12 minutes total, flipping once or twice throughout. The amount of time you need will vary based on the size and thickness of each breast. Remove to a plate, cover, and let rest 5 minutes.
  8. 8Cut into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl with the quinoa.
  9. 9Drain the red onion, then add to the bowl with the quinoa.
  10. 10Gently stir in the black beans, corn, tomato, and jalapeno. Serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and any desired toppings.

Nutrition — Per Serving

429

calories

26g

protein

18g

fat

Carbohydrates
44g
Saturated fat
2.6g
Sodium
77 mg
Dietary fiber
6.5g

6 servings per batch · ~300g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Burrito Bowl have per serving?

Each serving provides 26g of protein and 429 calories, with 18g fat and 44g carbs per serving. This is a moderate protein option better suited as a side or light lunch rather than a primary protein source.

How long does Burrito Bowl take to prep?

Quick prep on the stovetop with 6 servings per batch makes this an efficient meal-prep recipe for multiple days. Batch one session and portion across the week for consistent lunch options.

Is Burrito Bowl good for fat loss?

At 429 calories per serving with 26g protein, this burrito bowl works for fat loss if used as part of a structured macro plan, though the protein-to-calorie ratio is lower than optimized fat-loss recipes. Better suited as a carb-focused meal around training rather than a standalone protein meal.

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