Healthy Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice

I like to keep my meals simple and quick during the week. That is exactly what I did with this one! I decided to make a healthy version of Chipotle's famous Chicken Burrito Bowl. This dish has less sodium and less oils than Chipotle's bowl but it is far from bland!

 

Healthy Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro or cilantro paste
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 cup frozen corn
• 1 tbsp Mrs. Dash Southwestern Chipotle
• 1 lime (cut into 4 wedges)
• 1 15 oz. can black beans
• 1 cup brown rice or 1 boil in bag instant brown rice

Optional Toppings:

• Avocado
• Plain greek yogurt (healthy substitute for sour cream)
• Cheese
• Hot sauce
• Salsa

Directions: 

1. Start cooking your rice as this may take 30-40 minutes. *You can always opt for instant brown rice if you are in a hurry* Instant rice will only take 10 minutes.
2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to a large skillet on medium heat.
3. Trim chicken of excess fat and cut into 1 inch cubes. Season one side of chicken with 1/2 tbsp Mrs. Dash and the juice from 1 lime wedge.
4. Add chicken to heated skillet, seasoned side down. Season chicken with remaining 1/2 tbsp Mrs. Dash along with the juice from 1 lime wedge. Cook chicken 5 minutes on each side or until done. 
5. Add black beans to a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Season with garlic powder and onion powder. Add corn to black beans. Cook until warm. Stirring occasionally. 
6. Add 1 tbsp cilantro and the juice from 1 lime wedge to cooked rice and stir well. Use the remaining lime wedge as needed. 
7. Add brown rice, black beans/corn, and chicken to a bowl and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy :)

Let me know if you give it a try!