Sharing a super easy and delicious lunch or dinner option: high protein chipotle bowl!
Hello! How’s your morning going? I hope you’re having a great day so far!
Today I wanted to talk about one of my favorite lunch or dinner options: a protein-packed chipotle bowl. I try to include at least one palm-sized serving of protein in all of my meals and snacks.
Eating protein-rich dishes offers numerous benefits for overall health and well-being. Chipotle bowls are not only delicious, but they are also a convenient way to increase your protein intake.
Today I’m excited to share a high protein chipotle bowl recipe that you can easily make at home.
High Protein Chipotle Bowl Recipe
What’s in a bowl of Chipotle?
A typical chipotle bowl consists of three main components: rice, protein, and toppings. Rice serves as the base, providing a hearty foundation for the bowl. Protein options include chicken breast, beans, or steak, which offer essential amino acids for muscle repair and growth. Toppings like homemade guacamole, pico de gallo, and chipotle chiles in adobo sauce add flavor and nutritional value to the bowl.
How much protein is in a bowl of chipotle?
A standard Chipotle bowl contains approximately 30-40 grams of protein, depending on the protein source and serving size. To increase the protein content, you can choose to double the protein or add additional protein-rich ingredients to your bowl.
How to make a high protein chipotle bowl
Ingredients:
White rice (or cauliflower rice)
Chicken breast or meat of your choice. You can also use tofu or tempeh!
Homemade guacamole
Chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
Beans (black or pinto)
Corn (I personally hate corn, but if you like it, live your life lol)
Olive oil
Garlic powder
Fresh lime juice
Cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook rice according to package directions and set aside.
Step 2: Season the chicken breast (or protein of your choice) with olive oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Grill until cooked through and cut into strips.
Step 3: In a bowl, mix together the homemade guacamole, chipotle chiles in adobo, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
Step 4: Assemble your chipotle bowl by layering cooked rice, grilled chicken, beans, corn (if you’re into that sort of thing), and homemade guacamole mix.
Step 5: Garnish with additional cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired. Serve and enjoy your protein-packed chipotle bowl!
Making a high-protein chipotle bowl at home is not only easy, but it also allows you to customize the ingredients to suit your taste preferences. By incorporating quality protein sources and fresh, healthy ingredients, you can create a nutritious and satisfying meal that supports your health and fitness goals.
Tell me, friends: what is one of your favorite quick meals? This sushi roll in a bowl is another classic.
hugs and kisses
Gina
Further:
Our favorite weeknight dinners
