Description
Honey Lime Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal that combines sweet, spicy, and savory elements in a single bowl. This dish features marinated grilled chicken infused with a honey lime chipotle marinade, served over a fluffy bed of rice and topped with fresh vegetables like avocado, beans, and lettuce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, these burrito bowls are easy to customize according to your taste preferences. Whether you enjoy the classic flavors or want to experiment with different toppings, this recipe delivers a satisfying and healthy dinner option that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes or salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, chopped chipotle peppers, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare rice according to package instructions and chop toppings—romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.
- Grill marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked; let rest before slicing.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked rice, black beans, corn, chopped lettuce, and diced tomatoes.
- Top with sliced chicken, avocado, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and cilantro if desired. Serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (360g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg