Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl
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Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl

A nutrient-dense, metabolism-boosting burrito bowl packed with lean protein, fiber-rich beans, and metabolism-enhancing spices. This Fat Switch Diet-approved meal optimizes fat-burning while delivering authentic Mexican flavors without the refined carbs of traditional burritos.

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
4
Servings
385
Calories
42g
Protein
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πŸ›’ Ingredients

  • βœ“ 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp olive oil
  • βœ“ 2 tsp cumin
  • βœ“ 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • βœ“ 1 tsp paprika
  • βœ“ 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • βœ“ 1 tsp garlic powder
  • βœ“ 1 lime, juiced
  • βœ“ 2 cups cauliflower rice
  • βœ“ 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • βœ“ 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and yellow)
  • βœ“ 0.5 red onion, diced
  • βœ“ 2 cups fresh spinach
  • βœ“ 0.5 cup salsa verde
  • βœ“ 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • βœ“ Salt and pepper to taste
  • βœ“ Lime wedges for serving
  • βœ“ Optional: avocado slices, plain Greek yogurt

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder to create the spice blend.
2. Season chicken breast cubes with salt, pepper, and the spice blend. Toss well to coat evenly.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
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4. Squeeze lime juice over the cooked chicken and stir to combine. Set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add cauliflower rice and sautΓ© for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Add black beans to the skillet with cauliflower rice and warm through for 2 minutes.
7. In a separate bowl, combine diced bell peppers, red onion, and fresh spinach.
8. Divide the warm cauliflower rice and black bean mixture among 4 bowls as the base.
9. Top each bowl with the seasoned chicken, fresh vegetable mixture, and salsa verde.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately with optional avocado and Greek yogurt on the side.

πŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

Calories385 kcal
Protein42g
Carbohydrates28g
Fat14g
Fiber8g

🏷️ Tags

#High-Protein#Low-Carb#Fat-Switch-Diet#Metabolism-Boost#Mexican#Gluten-Free#Quick-Dinner#Keto-Friendly#Paleo-Approved#Lean-Protein
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