These chicken quinoa burrito bowls are great to meal prep ahead for a quick and delicious grab-and-go lunch or dinner.
I just ate one of these for lunch, and they are super delicious and filling. I was high-fiving myself for prepping these ahead.😎
My Instant Pot (Amazon affiliate) was what I used to make the chicken and quinoa (separate batches), but you can use the stovetop. I include slow cooker and stovetop instructions for my Mexican shredded chicken. And your quinoa package should also include stovetop instructions.
You know I have to admit, I haven’t been one to prep meals ahead like this. But I must say, I LOVED having these handy to grab, re-heat and eat this week. The chicken and quinoa is the base, and you can customize your toppings from there. I included sautéed onions and peppers, black beans and corn.
When it came time to eat it, I reheated the dish and then added some salsa and diced avocado, plus a little shredded cheese. And it was complete perfection. 👌🏻 YUM!
If I were taking these to an office job, I would either throw in one of those handy single-serving guacamole cups or take some salsa with me. Or both.😉 #allthetoppings
And let me tell ya, these are way-haaaay more satisfying than the sad little frozen dinners I used to take to work back in the day.
😂😂😂👌🏻 Accurate.✅
A word on these containers, which I am underwhelmed with.😬 I love that they are glass, but I would not recommend these particular ones since I have been struggling with the lids. I am having a hard time snapping them in place, plus the sliders on the lid don’t work without a lot of maneuvering. They do okay, but you might be better off looking for some other brand.
Last, I just want to state the obvious. These do not have to be prepped ahead. You can totally make this as a meal, and I have done that lots of times too.✅
Tools Used to Make Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls
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- Instant Pot or dutch oven
- Storage Containers – these are the ones I have, but I would recommend trying a different one since I have had some issues with the lids
- Knife and cutting board
- Strainer for draining and rinsing the canned beans
- Liquid measuring cup
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons – I have these magnetized ones, and they are fantastic!
Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls Recipe
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Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowls (Meal Prep)
These chicken quinoa burrito bowls are great to meal prep ahead for a quick and delicious grab-and-go lunch or dinner. | APinchOfHealthy.com
Ingredients
- Mexican shredded chicken (made with 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs)
- Quinoa, cooked (I used 1.5 cup dry, and it made extra)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounce)
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels
- 1 bell pepper, sliced in long strips
- 1/2 yellow onion, sliced in long strips
- 1/2 Tablespoon avocado oil (or oil of choice, or cooking spray)
- Optional toppings: salsa, guacamole or diced avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro, squeeze of lime
Instructions
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Prepare the Mexican shredded chicken and the quinoa according to instructions.
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Sautee the onions and peppers in some oil over medium heat, until they soften (about 5 to 7 minutes); sprinkle with salt and pepper
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Assemble your bowls and/ or meal prep containers with lids.
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Reheat in either the microwave or oven until everything is warmed.
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Serve with salsa, guacamole, cheese or any desired toppings.
Recipe Notes
This made five servings for me, but that can vary based on preference.
Christy says
These are so delicious!