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Easy Flavor-Packed Burrito Bowl Meal Prep

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A quick and satisfying burrito bowl meal prep recipe featuring smoky chipotle seasoning, fresh veggies, and hearty beans, perfect for 5-day lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice (or brown rice for extra fiber)
  • 2 ¾ cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 lime (juiced and zested)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or firm tofu (for vegetarian option)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 avocado, sliced or diced
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 ½ cups of rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and 2 ¾ cups water or vegetable broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes (white rice) or 40 minutes (brown rice). Remove from heat and let it steam for 10 minutes. Stir in lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
  2. While rice cooks, pat chicken breasts dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Toss chicken or tofu with olive oil and seasoning blend (smoked paprika, cumin, chipotle powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper). Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook protein for about 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through (tofu may need less time). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add a splash of olive oil if needed. Add diced red bell pepper, corn, and sliced red onion. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tender but still vibrant. Toss in cherry tomatoes last and cook for another 2 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Divide the cilantro-lime rice evenly among 5 meal prep containers. Layer with cooked chicken or tofu, sautéed vegetables, and black beans. Top each bowl with sliced avocado and a dollop of Greek yogurt if using.
  5. Garnish with extra fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges on the side. Allow bowls to cool completely before sealing and refrigerating. These bowls keep well for up to 5 days.

Notes

If avocado browns quickly, slice fresh each day or toss with lime juice before adding. Use brown rice for extra fiber but increase cooking time. For dairy-free, use plant-based yogurt. Black beans can be swapped with pinto or kidney beans. For low-carb, replace rice with cauliflower rice or shredded cabbage.

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Keywords: burrito bowl, meal prep, chicken, tofu, black beans, chipotle, cilantro lime rice, healthy lunch, easy recipe

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