Craving Chipotle? Try This Healthier Copycat Burrito Bowl Recipe with a Twist!

This post is for all the girlies out there who love Chipotle, especially, their burrito bowls. Imagine enjoying that same mouthwatering combination of flavors right at home but healthier and tastier. This copycat Chipotle burrito bowl lets you take control of what ingredients you're using, making it more flavorful and nutritious. You can indulge without the guilt, enjoying fresh ingredients that are packed with flavor.

In this post, we will guide you step-by-step through creating your own burrito bowl with cilantro lime rice, black beans, fajita veggies, and chipotle honey chicken. It's a great pick for anyone wanting a healthier option than the usual fast food!

Ingredients You'll Need

Creating your own copycat Chipotle burrito bowl is easy and requires just a handful of fresh ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl Ingredients

For the Cilantro Lime Rice

• 1 cup uncooked jasmine or brown rice (Brown rice offers more fiber and nutrients)

• 2 cups of water

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 lime, juiced

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• Salt, to taste

  
  

For the Black Beans

• 1 can (15 oz) of black beans, drained and rinsed

• Garlic cloves (cook with your heart), minced

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsb chili powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

  
  

For the Fajita Veggies

• 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced

• 1 small red onion, sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp ground chili powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

  
  

For the Chipotle Honey Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 3 tbsp honey

• 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo

• Garlic cloves (cook with your heart), minced

• 1/4 c fresh lime juice

• 1/4 c loosely packed cilantro, chopped

• 2 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp cumin

• Salt and pepper to taste

  
  

Optional Toppings

• Fresh Salsa  recipe coming soon

• Red taqueria style salsa recipe

• Green taquiera style salsa recipe coming soon

• Avocado or guacamole

• Shredded cheese, Chipotle uses Monterey Jack

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

  
  

Step-by-Step Instructions

Let’s get cooking! Follow these simple steps to prepare your burrito bowl.

Prepare the Chipotle Honey Chicken

1. Add chipotle peppers, honey, lime juice, minced garlic cloves, and spices into a bowl. Mix with hand blender until sauce is smooth, then add in the chopped cilantro.

   
   

2. Pour the marinade into a Ziploc bag, toss in the chicken breasts, and seal it up. Let the chicken soak in the flavors for as long as you want—the longer, the better!

   
   

3. Place the chicken and marinade in a skillet and cook for approximately 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully cooked.

Prepare the Cilantro Lime Rice

1. Rinse your rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This will remove excess starch, allowing for fluffier rice.

   
   

2. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice & bay leaves and reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes. The liquid should be absorbed and the rice fluffy.

   
   

3. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, add salt to taste. Set aside.

   
   

Cilantro lime rice ready to serve.

Cook the Black Beans

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the black beans with seasonings, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.

   
   

2. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

   
   

Sauté the Fajita Veggies

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   
   

2. Add the sliced bell pepper and red onion. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, onion powder, and chili powder.

   
   

3. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the veggies are tender and crisp

   
   
   
   

Assemble the Burrito Bowl

Now that everything is ready, it’s time to put your bowl together!

1. Start with a generous portion of cilantro lime rice as the base.

   
   

2. Add a scoop of black beans and a scoop of fajita veggies

   
   

3. Top with the delicious chipotle honey chicken.

   
   

4. Customize your bowl with optional toppings like fresh salsa, creamy guacamole, shredded cheese, or sour cream for a burst of extra flavor.

   
   

** Bonus **

This burrito bowl is perfect for meal prep! You can prepare the individual components in advance and put them together when you’re ready to eat.

Next time you're craving Chipotle, just head to your kitchen and make this homemade bowl. It's not only healthy, but also a fun way to try out something different at home. We'd love to hear how the recipe works out for you, so don't forget to let us know how you liked it!

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