Kicked Up Chipotle Burrito Bowl

Elevate your mealtime with our Kicked Up Chipotle Burrito Bowl, a dish that combines the convenience of microwave brown rice with the savory goodness of lean ground turkey, seasoned with chili powder for that perfect kick. This bowl is layered with protein-rich black beans, topped with store-bought salsa, melted mozzarella cheese, and fresh avocado slices for a creamy finish. Customize your bowl to suit any dietary preference: go plant-based by swapping turkey for a mix of beans and vegan cheese, add extra spice with chipotle in adobo, or make it kid-friendly by wrapping the ingredients in a soft tortilla. This burrito bowl is a versatile, delicious, and satisfying option for any day of the week.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package microwave brown rice, cooked to package directions
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • Store bought salsa, for serving
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese, for serving
  • 1 large avocado, cut in half, pitted, peeled and sliced


Directions:

In a large sauté pan over medium high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Add in ground turkey and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking over medium-high heat until turkey is cooked through and browned. Add in black beans, cook until heated through. In a bowl, layer brown rice, ground turkey, salsa, mozzarella cheese and avocado.


Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Plant-based: Use a variety of beans such as pinto, kidney and black instead of ground turkey. Use vegan cheese shreds instead of mozzarella.

Add spice: Add a tiny bit of chipotle in adobo with the turkey. 

Kid-friendly: Choose brown rice, add less chili powder, and wrap ingredients into a tortilla.