Black Bean Burrito Bowls

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These Black Bean Burrito Bowls are perfect for lunch or dinner! No need for a tortilla for this burrito – just layers of chicken, rice, beans, tomatoes and lettuce with a lightly seasoned dressing.

I have recently fallen in love with burrito bowls! I don’t know what it is about them, but they are my new favorite.  These Black Bean Burrito Bowls are so delicious.

What is a burrito bowl?

Think about all your favorite ingredients served inside a burrito. Take all those yummy ingredients and layer them in a bowl and eat it like a salad! 

What ingredients do I need to make black bean burrito bowls?

Maybe it’s the fact that they are filled with some of my absolute favorites; grilled chicken, avocados, cilantro lime rice, and all my favorite toppings. It’s like eating a salad topped with your favorite burrito filling. These bowls are super versatile. If you don’t like an ingredient, leave it out.

If you don’t have something on hand, just substitute it for something else. Build these bowls the way you love ’em!

What type of chicken do I use?

For this recipe, I seasoned and grilled a couple of chicken breasts. You could also use leftover rotisserie chicken or substitute your favorite meat. Want a vegetarian meal? Just omit the meat altogether.

I like to put all the ingredients out in little bowls and let everyone make their own burrito bowl. That way they get just what they want. The kids really like building their own and fill it with all their favorites.

You can use canned black beans or make your own Instant Pot Black Beans. 

Other Recipes with Black Beans:

• Instant Pot Black Beans
• Black Bean Taco Cups
• Black Beans and Rice
• Black Bean and Corn Salad
• Black Beans and Rice
• Quinoa Enchilada Bake
• Black Bean Dip

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Black Bean Burrito Bowls

Kathy

Rice, beans, and chicken served with fresh lettuce and veggies. 

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 6 People

Calories 281 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Chicken

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Other Ingredients

• 1 can black beans (rinsed)
• 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 3 cups lettuce (cut into bite sized pieces)
• 1/2 cup tomatoes (chopped)
• 1/4 cups red onions (chopped)
• 1 whole avocado (sliced)
• 1 cup Queso Fresco (crumbled)

Dressing

• 1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
• 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning
• 1/2 juice of lime

Instructions

 

Chicken

• Season chicken and grill. Once cooked, cut into strips

Beans

• Rinse and drain beans. Add to a sauce pan with taco seasoning. Heat just until warm. 

Dressing

• Combine sour cream, taco seasoning and lime juice together in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble Bowls

• In individual bowls, place lettuce, beans, and rice. Top with tomatoes, onions, avocado and chicken. Drizzle dressing on top. 

Notes

Serve ingredients warm, rather than hot.

Bowls are versatile. Add your favorite ingredients: guacamole, salsa, corn, jalapenos, bell peppers, sauteed onions. 

Feel free to use your favorite type of dressing. 

Queso Fresco is a crumbly Mexican style cheese found in most grocery stores. You can also use shredded cheddar cheese or your favorite type of cheese. 

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 25gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 343mgPotassium: 561mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 470IUVitamin C: 4.9mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 1.5mg

Keyword black beans and rice, burrito bowls, rice bowls

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