Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls
These Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls deliver 20g protein and 696 calories per serving, making them a calorie-dense option for high-volume eating days. Just 2 servings prep on the stovetop, so plan accordingly if you're cooking for multiple people. Best suited for days when you're pushing total calories and need carbs to fuel training.
Ingredients
- •Quinoa(480g)
- •Guacamole, Store-Bought(160g)
- •Cheese, Cotija, Crumbled(60g)
- •lime wedges (for serving)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(20g)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Bell Pepper
- •Yellow Onion
- •Corn, Sweet, Canned, Drained
- •Yellow Onion(60g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(30g)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(15g)
Instructions
- 1Portion quinoa evenly between two serving bowls, spreading it out so that it covers the bottom of the bowls. Divide the chicken, peppers and onions, corn salsa and guacamole evenly between the two bowls, and add them on top of the quinoa. Sprinkle each bowl with some crumbled cheese. Serve immediately, garnishing each bowl with a lime wedge if desired.
- 2Rub 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning evenly over each chicken breast (on both sides).
- 3Heat oil in a medium saute pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer translucent. Remove from heat and transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for at least 5 minutes. Then cut into bite-sized cubes.
- 4Return the same saute pan to the heat and add the oil. Heat over medium-high heat, then add peppers and onions. Saute for 4-5 minutes until the veggies are cooked and softened. Remove from heat.
- 5Toss all ingredients together until combined.
Nutrition — Per Serving
696
calories
20g
protein
40g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 67g
- Saturated fat
- 9.2g
- Sodium
- 1217 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 10.9g
2 servings per batch · ~428g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls have per serving?
Each serving contains 20g of protein and 696 calories, with 40g fat and 67g carbs. The protein is relatively low for the calorie count, so pair this with additional protein sources to meet daily targets.
How long does Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls take to make?
This recipe is quick prep and yields 2 servings from the stovetop. Each batch makes enough for 1-2 meals, so you'll want to prepare multiple batches during your meal prep session.
Is Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls good for muscle gain?
At 696 calories with substantial carbs (67g) but modest protein (20g), this meal works best as a carb-loading component rather than a standalone muscle-building meal. Combine it with higher-protein dishes to hit your daily protein requirements during a bulk.
