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Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowl

Cultural Context

The Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowl is a popular dish in the United States, particularly in fast-casual dining. It reflects the fusion of traditional Mexican ingredients with American tastes, offering a customizable and hearty meal option. This dish has gained popularity due to its convenience and the ability to cater to various dietary preferences, making it a staple in many households and restaurants across the country.

Mexican-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 chicken breasts
3-4 chipotle peppers in adobo
juice of half an orange
juice and zest of 1 lime
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
fresh cracked pepper
salt
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 jalapeno
1 avocado
1 green onion
handful of cilantro
Southwest style corn
black beans
juice of 1/2 lime
cojita cheese

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Prepare the chicken by marinating it for about 2.5 hours with a mixture of chipotle peppers in adobo, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cumin, oregano, juice of half an orange, juice and zest of 1 lime, olive oil, fresh cracked pepper, and salt.

2

Blend the marinade ingredients in a blender until smooth.

3

Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more orange juice for flavor if needed.

4

Cut the chicken breasts lengthwise for even cooking on the griddle.

5

Mix the marinade with the chicken in a ziplock bag, removing air and refrigerating for 2 hours.

6

Prepare the dressing by mixing half a cup of ranch dressing, half a cup of sour cream, half a jalapeno (seeds removed), half an avocado, one green onion, and a handful of cilantro in a bowl.

7

Taste the dressing and adjust with more lime juice and salt as needed.

8

Drain the black beans and prepare the corn by placing it on the griddle to char.

9

Add lime juice, chopped cilantro, and diced jalapeno to the black beans and mix well.

10

Crumbled cojita cheese over the black beans and toss to combine.

11

Cook the chicken on the griddle until done, ensuring even cooking by placing the chicken pieces evenly on the surface.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéinglayering

Equipment Needed

blendergriddleziplock bagmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Burrito BowlSouthwest Chicken Bowl

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