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Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls

Cultural Context

Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls draw inspiration from the popular fast-casual dining chain Chipotle Mexican Grill, which emphasizes fresh ingredients and customizable meals. These bowls reflect a blend of traditional Mexican flavors and modern American dining preferences, making them a staple for health-conscious eaters. Today, they are widely enjoyed and can be found in various adaptations across the globe, often featuring different proteins and toppings.

MexicanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
12 oz can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp oregano
1 tbsp olive oil
4 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp salt
3/4 cup water

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often cheaper and melts well.

brown rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa adds protein but is usually pricier.

avocado

💰Cheaper: guacamole

Guacamole can be a more affordable option when avocados are expensive.

1

Blend 4 chipotle peppers with half the adobo sauce, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground black pepper, 1 tsp salt, 4 tsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 3/4 cup water until incorporated.

2

Place chicken breasts in a Ziploc bag and pour marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.

3

Refrigerate the marinated chicken for at least 12 hours, preferably overnight.

4

Grill the chicken over high direct heat for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

5

If chicken is thick, finish cooking on indirect heat for an additional 10 minutes.

6

Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before chopping into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

blenderZiploc baggrill

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Burrito BowlChipotle Bowl

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