High Protein Chicken Burrito Bowl

High Protein Chicken Burrito Bowl

Chicken Burrito bowl

Serves 4

Ingredients

Rice: 

  • 300g basmati rice
  • 1 onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, roughly chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic
  • 2 handfuls of coriander leaves and stalks
  • 500ml salt reduced chicken stock
  • Salt to taste 

Chicken: 

  • 500g boneless skinless chicken thighs/breast, cut into 1cm strips
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 ½ tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp red chilli flakes
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste 

For the salad

  • 300g tomatoes, diced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 2 handfuls coriander, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced

For the sauce

  • 150g greek yoghurt
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 jalapeño
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • A handful of coriander leaves

Method: 

1. To make the rice:

  • Place onion, jalapeno, garlic, coriander and a pinch of salt into a blender and blend until fine. Set aside. 

  • Heat a lightly greased small saucepan over medium heat, and add rice, onion mixture and stock. 

  • Bring to the boil.

  • Cover, reduce the heat to low medium and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the liquid has gone.

  • Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10-12 minutes. 

  • Then turn the heat off and still cover for about 8-10 minutes. 

2. Chicken: 

  • In a large bowl, place chicken with all the spices and seasonings. 

  • Marinade for about 30 minutes. 

  • Transfer to a baking sheet and cook for 10-12 minutes or until charred and cooked through.

3. To make the salad:

  • Mix all the ingredients together. Set aside. 

4. Make the sauce: 

  • Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. 

5. To serve: 

  • Assemble your bowl with rice, chicken and salad. 

  • Drizzle the green sauce and enjoy! 

 

Macros per serve

Cals 570

Protein 45g

Fat 18g

Carbs 50g

Fibre 8g

Health Benefits of Ingredients

Chicken: Lean protein source muscle repair and satiety. B vitamins (B3, B6), phosphorus, selenium for energy metabolism, immunity. 

Basmati Rice: Provides complex carbohydrates sustained energy. Low glycemic index for slower blood sugar release compared to white rice. 

Avocado: Healthy monounsaturated fat heart health, fat-soluble vitamin absorption. High in fibre supports gut health and satiety. Rich in potassium supports blood pressure regulation

Vegetables (Tomatoes, Onion, Jalapeño, Coriander): Rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and phytonutrients. Fibre contributes to gut health.  Jalapeños contain capsaicin may support metabolism

Greek Yoghurt: Adds protein, calcium, and probiotics for bone and gut health. Balances the creamy texture of sauce without excess calories. 

 

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