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High protein chicken burrito bowl with grilled chicken rice black beans corn avocado salsa and sour cream in a white bowl

High Protein Chicken Burrito Bowl

Healthy high protein chicken burrito bowl with grilled chicken, black beans, rice, avocado, corn, salsa, and fresh Mexican-inspired flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • 1 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro and lime to garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Grill Pan or Skillet For cooking seasoned chicken
  • 1 Small Saucepan For warming beans and corn
  • 1 Cutting Board For slicing chicken and avocado
  • 1 Sharp Knife For prepping ingredients
  • 2 Serving Bowls For assembling burrito bowls
  • 1 Tongs Helpful for flipping chicken

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts on both sides with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  3. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  4. Warm black beans and corn together in a saucepan over medium heat for 3–4 minutes.
  5. Divide cooked rice between serving bowls.
  6. Arrange sliced chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, and salsa in sections over the rice.
  7. Add sour cream on top and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime juice.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken in lime juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking. Store avocado separately during meal prep to keep it fresh longer.
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