Chicken Burrito Bowl (Perfect for Meal Prep)

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Are you looking for an easy and delicious meal prep option? This Chicken Burrito Bowlrecipe will be a hit! This delicious dish is packed with protein and lots of vegetables, and will be your favorite lunch at work.

Have you ever heard of this? Sad desk lunches are now extinct! Meal prepping has made my life easier.

For example, these chicken burrito bowls are super easy to make and pack a lot of delicious ingredients that will fuel your energy to get through the rest.

This chicken burrito bowl will soon be a staple in your weekly lunch menu.

This is Why You'll Love It

• This burrito bowl is full of flavor and zest. It's easy to make, but it has a complex taste and texture.
• Your mouth will start to tingle with the creamy avocado and tangy lime bursts. Another bite of your burrito box will add taco spices.
• It's easy to prepare chicken burrito bowls ahead of time and store them in the freezer. You don't have to be busy to deserve a treat.

INGREDIENTS

For the Rice:

• 1 cup uncooked white Rice
• Water
• Salt - pinch
• 1 cup chopped cilantro
• 3 1/2 tbsp FRESH Lime Juice (approximately 1 large lime)
• pepper

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 4 tsp taco seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Chip Strips

• 1 flatout gluten-free OR light Flatbread
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Season tacos with 1 teaspoon

For the Bowls:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large red pepper sliced
• 1/2 large onion sliced
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup avocado, mashed (about 1 small avocado)
• 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/4 cup salsa of your choice
• 1/2 cup corn (thawed, if frozen)

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat your oven to 350°F. While the oven is heating, prepare 1 cup of rice according with the package instructions. Add a pinch salt. You can also use my Instant Pot version. After the rice has been cooked, add the lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch pepper to the bowl. Fluff the rice with a fork.

After removing any moisture from the chicken, rub the chicken with taco seasoning. This Taco Seasoning recipe is what I use. Over high heat, heat the oil in a large oven-proof saucepan. Cook the chicken breasts for about 1-2 minutes. Flip the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown. Place both sides in the oven for 20-25 minutes until they are no longer pink.

Flatout or Flatbread should be laid on a cookie sheet. Oil it. Add the taco seasoning to the flatout and rub it in well. Cut the Flatout in half lengthwise and then cut each half into 1/2-inch strips. Bake for 10 minutes on a cookie sheet.

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Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large saucepan on medium/high heat. Cook the garlic, peppers, onion and garlic for 7-10 minutes.

How to make Chicken Burrito Bowls

• Combinethe avocado and lime juice with a pinch salt and pepper in a bowl. Mash together. Divide the salsa and corn among 4 containers.
• Divide the rice among the storage containers. Next, cut the chicken into pieces and place it in the containers.
• Splitthe chips into four small, snack-sized Ziploc bags. This prevents them getting soggy and allows them to be placed on top of each container. To make it even more delicious, you can add a slice of lime to each container.

Here are the Best Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipes

This burrito bowl is suitable for vegetarians. It's easy to substitute chicken for any other ingredient, with so many meat options available.

I look for meat substitutes that have the same taste and texture as the real thing. Jackfruit is great because of its texture and taste. You can add jackfruit to your bowl by shredding it. Tempeh and tofu are also great options.

You should avoid Seitan if you want your bowl to be gluten-free. This meat substitute is high-protein, but made from wheat gluten.

How to store chicken burrito bowls

It is best to keep your chicken leftovers separated, just as you would for the week.

All of your ingredients should be kept in separate, airtight containers. This will keep your food fresh and prevent flavors from blending. To prevent harmful bacteria growth, make sure you keep leftovers in the fridge for at least two hours after cooking. Burrito bowls can be kept fresh for up to four days.

You can also freeze leftover chicken burrito bowls. Once your food is completely cooled down, transfer it into an airtight container. Simply label the container and date it before putting it in the freezer. You can keep leftovers fresh for up to four months.

You can heat your leftovers in the microwave or on the stove until they are ready to be eaten.

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  3 Cup storage containers

WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS FOR SERVING: SMARTPOINTS 12 POINTS+ 12 OLD POINTS 10

(For 1 bowl)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common condiments, spices and seasonings they use in their Thai dishes?

Thai cuisine is a mix of Asian influences. Its roots are found in India and China, as well as Southeast Asia.

The essential ingredient of Thai food is freshness. It is easier to get the best flavour from ingredients if they are picked earlier and cooked quickly. This is the reason meat, fish, fruits and vegetables are often eaten raw.

Spices and sauces add complexity and fragrance to dishes. Fresh basil, cilantro, mint, coriander (cilantro), lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, garlic, chillies, chilli paste, soy sauce, tamarind juice, oyster sauce, palm sugar, coconut milk, lime leaves, galangal root, curry powder, shrimp paste, fish sauce, tamarind water, rice vinegar, etc. They are frequently used.

Can you spice up a drink?

I love the way spices add flavour to food. But how do you make spices liven up when they are added to drinks?

Spices can bring out the best of any beverage. From coffee to tea, hot chocolate to cocktails, there's nothing more satisfying than adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to a glass of wine or beer.

But most recipes call for ground spices, meaning you'll need fresh whole spices. While this makes sense, it is costly, takes time and requires storage space.

This is where magic happens. With some creativity, your favourite spices can be made into powdered forms that are easy to use. To make tasty spiced drinks, you can combine them with your favourite beverages.

There are two ways to go about creating these powders. One method involves grinding whole spices to a fine powder. A mortar and pestle is another method to grind the spices to a finer consistency.

Whichever method you choose, you'll find that the resulting powder is much easier to measure out and store than whole spices. Plus, the powder keeps well so that you won't run out of stock.

You can even experiment with mixing different spices to create new flavours. You could make minty water by combining spearmint and peppermint. Or ginger and cardamom pods to make spicy ginger tea.

Once you have mastered the art of making powdered spices you can use that same technique for herbs. Basil, rosemary, thyme and sage are some of the most popular herbs.

The possibilities are limitless. You can use powdered spice to enhance the flavour of your drinks or dishes like soups, salads, or pasta.

What's the difference between cooking whole and with ground spices? Ground Spices?

There is no difference between cooking whole spices and with ground spices. After harvesting, spices are ground. So there is no difference in quality.

However, the price differences are significant. Whole spices can be more expensive due to the labor involved in their processing. The flavor is well worth the effort.

If you purchase whole spices in bulk, you might get an additional discount. A whole bag of cinnamon sticks might be eligible for a discount.

This is true for cloves, ginger and cardamom. This can help you save money on spices if you buy them in bulk.

Whole spices also last longer than ground spices. Ground spices lose their potency rapidly due to oxygenation.

The main reason we recommend whole spices over dried is that they can add lots of flavor to recipes.

Whole turmeric can be used to make delicious curry. To make a spice mixture for chicken dishes, you can grind whole coriander seed.

Also, grinding spices takes time. When you buy whole spices, it makes sense to buy a large quantity. You won't run low on spices if you buy large quantities.

What is the difference between curry and curried?

There is no difference in spelling. Both terms refer to the exact same thing: An Indian dish that combines meat and vegetables with different seasonings.

Curry is derived from the Hindi word kari, which means "to rub". This refers to the way the spice mixture is applied to the food. Curried foods are generally cooked until they become golden.

While curried dishes were once reserved only for special occasions they are now enjoyed regularly throughout India. They can be made with chicken, beef or lamb and include vegetables as well.

Plain white rice is commonly served with curried meals. A raita (a yogurt-based sauce) or a chutney is another common accompaniment.

What are the 11 Indian spices?

Coriander seeds and cumin seeds are the eleven main spices in Indian cuisine.

These ingredients can be found in almost all dishes. These spices lend a unique flavour to dishes such dal (lentils), curries chutneys pickles rice, bread and sweets.

The health benefits of spices can be found in their medicinal properties. Turmeric, for example, is known to fight cancer cells. Bad breath is protected by cloves. Black pepper helps lower cholesterol levels. Cinnamon lowers blood pressure. And ginger aids digestion.

The spice rack is an excellent kitchen tool as it allows you to experiment and create new combinations of flavors. You can make your own blends of spices or buy ready-made mixes containing many essential spices.

Some people don't like spices. They believe spices mask natural flavors and do not improve them. However, adding a pinch of salt or pepper is no harm in enhancing the flavor of your meals.

Most chefs agree spices are essential to culinary art. Many dishes would be bland and tasteless without spices. You might be inspired to try something new next time you feel adventurous.

What are the best Thai spices?

Galangal and coriander are some of the best Thai spices. Other good spices include clove, cardamom and black peppercorn as well as cloves, star anise and cloves.

Rose petals, bay leaves and pandan leaves are all valuable spices.

Statistics

• It has been estimated that around 1,000 tons of pepper and 1,000 tons of other common spices were imported into Western Europe each year during the Late Middle Ages. (en.wikipedia.org)
• According to Healthline, pink Himalayan salt is estimated to contain up to 84 minerals and trace elements, which gives the salt its special pink color. (spicecravings.com)
• India contributes to 75% of global spice production. (en.wikipedia.org)

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How To

How to store cooking spice?

I'll show you how to store spices properly for best results. We must first understand the science behind food storage.

Keep spices out of direct sunlight as light will reduce their flavor. This is due oxygen reacting with organic compounds such that spices, causing oxidation.

To avoid oxidation, spices must be kept in dark cupboards. These conditions can cause spices to quickly lose their flavor.

Keep spices fresh by storing them in airtight jars out of direct sunlight.

You can flavor water by adding herbs and spices. Mix two teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1/2 cup warm water. Stir well. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon.

Add dried herbs and spices to soups. Spread the spice mixture evenly onto the dish. Allow it to sit for between 5-10 minutes before serving.

Remaining cooked vegetables, fruit and meats can be used in your favorite recipes to make snacks.

To get the best flavours from fresh herbs and spices, cut them or tear them and add them to hot foods. Also, you can freeze herbs and spice by placing them into ice cube dishes or muffin cups. Once frozen, transfer them to freezer bags and zip-top plastic bag.