Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa offer a delicious twist on traditional burritos by replacing the tortilla with a wholesome quinoa base. This vibrant dish is layered with tender grilled chicken, hearty black beans, flavorful cheese, sweet corn, and a refreshing avocado salsa. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, these bowls are not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. Each bite bursts with flavor while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients. Customize them easily to suit your taste, making them a versatile meal option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dry quinoa
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans
- 1 2/3 cups frozen corn
- 3 medium roma tomatoes
- 1 1/2 medium avocados
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 Tbsp ancho chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- Cheese (Mexican blend or queso fresco)
- Plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in chicken broth until absorbed (15 minutes), then let it rest.
- Grill seasoned chicken breasts until cooked through (about 8 minutes total). Let rest and slice.
- Prepare avocado salsa by mixing diced tomatoes, avocados, onion, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Assemble bowls with quinoa at the base topped with grilled chicken, corn, black beans, cheese (if desired), avocado salsa, and Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg