Weight Watchers Recipes
Weight watchers Chicken Burrito Bowls
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt or sour cream, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- In serving bowls, arrange a portion of cooked rice or quinoa.
- Top with black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and grilled chicken strips.
- Add Cheese and Sauce:
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the bowls.
- Drizzle the yogurt or sour cream sauce over the top.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve the chicken burrito bowls with lime wedges on the side.