Looking for an easy meal that is filling, packed with protein and perfect for meal prep?
These High-Protein Chicken Burrito Bowls are a simple option for lunch or dinner and can be easily customised depending on what you have in the fridge.
With lean chicken, rice, beans, fresh vegetables and a creamy yoghurt dressing, you get a balanced meal that is full of flavour without being complicated to make.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 500g chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chilli powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of ½ lime
For the bowls
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn
- 1 red capsicum, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ red onion, finely sliced
- Fresh coriander, optional
- Lime wedges, to serve
Creamy yoghurt dressing
- ½ cup Greek yoghurt
- Juice of ½ lime
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- A small splash of water to thin, if needed
Method
1. Prepare the chicken
Add the diced chicken to a bowl with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chilli powder, salt, pepper and lime juice.
Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
2. Cook the chicken
Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken for approximately 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
3. Make the dressing
Mix the Greek yoghurt, lime juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Add a little water if you prefer a thinner dressing.
4. Build your bowl
Divide the cooked rice between four bowls.
Add the black beans, corn, capsicum, red onion and cooked chicken.
Top with avocado, a drizzle of the yoghurt dressing and fresh coriander if using.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime.
Why we love it
This meal combines several key components of a balanced meal:
Protein: Chicken and Greek yoghurt help increase the protein content and support muscle repair and recovery.
Carbohydrates: Rice and beans provide carbohydrates to help fuel your training and daily activity.
Fibre: Beans and vegetables add fibre to help keep you feeling satisfied.
Healthy fats: Avocado adds healthy fats and extra flavour.
Make it your own
The best thing about a bowl recipe is that you can easily change it depending on your preferences.
Try swapping the chicken for lean beef, salmon or tofu. You can also use brown rice, quinoa or another grain instead of white rice.
Want some extra heat? Add jalapeños or your favourite hot sauce.
Making lunch for the week? Prepare the chicken, rice and vegetables ahead of time and assemble your bowls when you’re ready to eat.
AB Health & Fitness Tip
If you’re working towards a fitness goal, remember that one meal doesn’t make or break your progress.
Focus on what your overall eating pattern looks like across the week, choose foods you enjoy and make meals that are practical enough to fit into your routine.
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring!
Give these burrito bowls a try this week and let us know what you think. 🌯💪
