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Chipotle Burrito Bowl

Chipotle Burrito Bowl Copycat Recipe

The Chipotle burrito bowl is an irresistible dish that can please your appetite. A Chipotle burrito bowl is always a good choice, whether for a quick lunchtime meal or a hearty dinner.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 10 minutes
Course Copycat Recipes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 725 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Saucepan
  • Blender
  • Bowls
  • Citrus Press
  • Knife
  • Chopping Board
  • Grater
  • Zip-Lock Bag

Ingredients
  

For Marinade

  • 4 Chicken Breasts (boneless and sliced)
  • 1 can Chipotle Pepper In Adobo Sauce
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth
  • tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • ½ medium Yellow Onion (coarsely chopped)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

For The Burrito Bowl

  • 3 cups White Rice
  • 1 cup Salsa

For The Topping

  • 2 cups Iceberg Lettuce (shredded)
  • 1 cup Black Beans (cooked)
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack (shredded)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream

Instructions
 

  • Chop the onion and garlic for the recipe. Freshly squeeze the lime juice and slice the boneless chicken breast.
  • In a blender jar, combine the chopped onion and garlic. Add chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, and pour chicken broth and lime juice.
  • Season it with olive oil, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, and pepper. Blend the mixture until completely smooth.
  • Transfer the mixture to a zip-lock bag and add the chicken pieces to the marinade mixture.
  • Shake the mixture until the chicken pieces are well coated, and then refrigerate it overnight.
  • When ready to cook the chicken, take your bag out from the fridge and heat your skillet pan on high heat.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and sear both sides until the juice clears. Once cooked, allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Cook white rice in a pot until tender and fluffy, and stir in salsa.
  • Add black beans to the pan with water and cook for half an hour until tender and creamy.
  • In serving bowls, place marinated and cooked chicken pieces.
  • Top with rice mixture and shredded lettuce, cheese, and beans.
  • Serve hot and garnish with sour cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 725kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 229mg | Sodium: 2191mg | Potassium: 1015mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 263mg | Iron: 5mg
Keyword Chipotle Burrito Bowl, Copycat Recipes, Hearty Chipotle Burrito Bowl
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