Cajun Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipes

Steps:

• Place a scoop of quinoa in a bowl or insulated lunch container (for packing). Top with chicken, beans, guacamole, salsa and cilantro. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 3 more bowls.
• Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker and sprinkle with the cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, chili powder and diced onion.Toss and coat the chicken with the spices.
• Turn on the slow cooker to low and cook for 2 hours. Shred the chicken with 2 forks.

Steps:

• Mix 1/4 cup olive oil, taco seasoning mix and lime juice in a medium bowl. Add the chicken, toss to coat and marinate in refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 3 days.
• After the chicken have marinated, heat a skillet or griddle and coat with 1 teaspoon of oil. Cook the chicken for 5 minutes per side, remove and allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting into strips or bite-sized squares. To the skillet add the other teaspoon of oil, the onions and peppers to the pan and cook for 2 -5 minutes.
• Wash rice in a large bowl under cold water for 2-5 minutes until the water runs clear. Allow to soak for at least 5 minutes. Boil water in a large sauce pan, pour in rice and let simmer on low heat for 10 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the water and is soft.
• Remove from heat and add butter. Cover and set aside. When the butter has melted, toss the rice with minced cilantro, salt and lime juice.
• To serve, layer ingredients in small individual bowls as follows: rice, beans, corn, tomatoes, chicken, onions and peppers, avocado, cheddar, sour cream, jalapeno and chopped green onions.