Low Carb Burrito Bowl (Printable Version)

A colorful bowl combining seasoned protein, cauliflower rice, and fresh vegetables with vibrant toppings.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp chili powder
04 - 1 tsp cumin
05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 small red onion, diced
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1 avocado, sliced
15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Toppings

17 - 3.5 oz shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
18 - 3.5 oz sour cream
19 - 1/2 cup salsa (sugar-free, if desired)
20 - Jalapeño slices (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
03 - In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and the riced cauliflower. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender but not mushy. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
04 - Dice the bell pepper and red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the avocado, and chop the cilantro.
05 - To assemble each bowl, start with a base of riced cauliflower. Top with cooked chicken, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and salsa. Add sour cream and jalapeño slices as desired. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
06 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the satisfaction of a burrito bowl without the food coma that follows heavy rice and tortillas
  • The spice blend on the chicken creates restaurant quality flavor with pantry staples you probably already have
  • Everything comes together in one skillet in under 30 minutes, making weeknight dinner feel like a treat
02 -
  • Cauliflower releases water as it cooks, so do not be tempted to add more oil or liquid unless it is genuinely sticking
  • Let the chicken develop a proper sear in step two—it creates flavor that cannot be replicated by just tossing everything together
  • The lime wedge matters more than you think, do not skip that final squeeze before digging in
03 -
  • If your cauliflower rice is turning to mush, you are probably overcrowding the pan—cook it in batches for better results
  • The spice blend makes enough for two batches of chicken—mix up a double batch and store the extra in a jar for next time

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