Grilled chicken burrito bowl with white rice, corn salsa, cilantro, and lime wedges

Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowls with Cilantro-Lime Rice

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Vibrant, zesty, and packed with wholesome goodness, these grilled chicken burrito bowls are the ultimate one-bowl wonder. Tender, smoky chicken rests on a bed of fluffy cilantro-lime rice, layered with sweet corn, creamy avocado, fresh jalapeños, and a sprinkle of cheese all balanced with a cool dollop of sour cream.

Perfect for meal prep or a hearty lunch, every forkful is bursting with texture and flavor.

Grilled chicken burrito bowl with white rice, corn salsa, cilantro, and lime wedges

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
  • Salt to taste

Bowl Toppings:

  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • ½ cup sweetcorn (cooked or canned)
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
  • Fresh coriander leaves
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

🔪 Method

  1. Marinate the chicken: Mix olive oil, lime juice, and spices in a bowl. Coat chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for best flavor).
  2. Cook the rice: Rinse rice and cook in water with a pinch of salt. Once fluffy, stir in lime juice and chopped coriander.
  3. Grill the chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
  4. Assemble the bowls: Divide rice into bowls. Top with sliced chicken, avocado, corn, jalapeño, cheese, coriander, and a spoon of sour cream.
  5. Finish and serve: Squeeze over fresh lime juice and dig in.

🍽️ Chef’s Tips

  • Use brown rice or quinoa for a whole-grain twist.
  • Spice it up with a drizzle of your favourite hot sauce or chipotle mayo.
  • Make it vegetarian: swap chicken for grilled tofu or roasted chickpeas.
  • Meal prep-friendly: store ingredients separately and assemble just before eating.

🧮 Nutritional Info

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Calories: 520 per bowl
  • Servings: 2

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