Description
Indulge in the Easy Low Carb Burrito Bowl – a quick, protein-packed meal that’s bursting with flavor! In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a nutritious bowl filled with savory ground chicken, cauliflower rice, and fresh toppings. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this customizable dish caters to various dietary preferences while delivering satisfying Tex-Mex flavors. With ingredients like creamy avocado, zesty salsa, and crunchy romaine lettuce, every bite is a delightful experience. Whether you’re on a low-carb diet or simply looking for a delicious meal option, this burrito bowl is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (or beef, turkey, or plant-based protein)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend (shredded)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 cup sugar-free salsa
- 0.25 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 whole jalapeño (minced, adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground chicken until browned (5-6 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Prepare cauliflower rice: microwave frozen rice or sauté fresh rice until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Assemble bowls with romaine lettuce as the base; top with cauliflower rice and seasoned chicken.
- Add diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cheese, cilantro; finish with sour cream and salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg