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Copycat Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls CFC Style

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 15oz. black beans, drained and rinsed if using canned
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack or cheddar cheese
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce of choice
  • 1 cup natural salsa
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • a small handful of fresh cilantro chopped
  • lime wedges to serve

For the chipotle chicken:

  • 1-1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large pieces
  • 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • juice of one fresh lime
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Start by preparing your marinade. In a small bowl add all the marinade ingredients and whisk until well combined.
  • Place the chicken pieces into an airtight storage container, or into a large, reusable bag and pour in the marinade.
  • Seal your container tightly, then shake a bit to coat the chicken really well with the marinade. Refrigerate for 2 hours up to overnight.
  • When you're ready to cook your chicken, remove from the refrigerator and let it sit on the counter at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile add oil to a large heavy-bottomed skillet and heat over medium-high heat. I like to use my large cast iron skillet to create that beautiful char on this chicken.
  • Add in the marinated chicken and cook until nicely browned, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes.
  • Immediately discard any leftover marinade.
  • While your chicken is cooking, prepare the rest of the ingredients for the bowls.
  • Cook your brown rice according to the package instructions.
  • Chop the lettuce and mash the avocado with a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Once the chicken has finished cooking and rice is ready, allow them to cool for about 10 minutes.
  • Chop your chicken into small bite-sized pieces as shown.
  • Divide rice equally among 4 serving bowls, or meal prep containers, then equally add in lettuce, beans, cheese and chicken as shown.
  • Add salsa and guacamole on side as shown.
  • Finish with a dollop of Greek yogurt and freshly chopped cilantro.
  • Serve and enjoy!