At-Home Chipotle Bowl

Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
Cook Time: 5–10 minutes (only if heating or cooking)
Total Time: 15–20 minutes
Serving Size: 1 bowl
Number of Servings: Flexible — easy to make more than one bowl
Calories & Macros per Serving: Varies based on what you add

Ingredients

Protein (choose one)
• Rotisserie chicken (shredded) — fastest and easiest
• Cooked chicken breast or thighs
• Ground beef or turkey
• Steak
• Shrimp
• Black beans or pinto beans

Base (choose one)
• White rice
• Brown rice
• Cilantro-lime rice
• Cauliflower rice
• Salad greens

Vegetables (optional — choose any)
• Bell peppers and onions
• Corn
• Zucchini
• Mushrooms
• Sweet potatoes

Toppings (add what you like)
• Guacamole or avocado
• Salsa
• Pico de gallo
• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Jalapeños
• Lime wedges

Instructions

Decide what you’re making before you start.
Look at what you have in your fridge and choose:

• 1 protein

• 1 base (rice or salad)

• Any vegetables

• Any toppings
  There is no wrong combination. Everything works.

Prepare the protein (easy options first).
Easiest option:

• Buy a rotisserie chicken from the store.

• Remove the skin.

• Shred the meat using your hands or two forks.

• Heat in the microwave or in a pan over medium heat until warm.

If cooking your own protein:

• Heat a pan over medium heat with a little olive oil.

• Add chicken, beef, turkey, steak, or shrimp.

• Season lightly with salt.

• Cook until fully cooked through and warm.

• Set aside.

Cook or reheat the base.
If using rice:

• Cook rice according to package instructions, or reheat leftover rice in the microwave.

• Fluff with a fork so it’s not clumpy.
  If using salad greens:

• Wash and dry the greens.

• Add them directly to your bowl — no cooking needed.

Prepare the vegetables (optional).
You can use raw, pre-cooked, or sautéed vegetables.
To sauté vegetables:

• Heat a pan over medium heat.

• Add a little olive oil.

• Add vegetables and a pinch of salt.

• Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring, until soft.

Warm the beans (if using).

• Drain and rinse canned beans.

• Heat in a small pot or microwave until warm.

Assemble the bowl.

• Start with the base (rice or greens) at the bottom.

• Add the protein on top.

• Add vegetables and beans.

• Finish with toppings like salsa, guacamole, cheese, or sour cream.

Taste and adjust.

• Add more salt, salsa, or a squeeze of lime if needed.

• Adjust portions to your hunger.

Make extra for later.

• Store ingredients separately in containers.

• Mix fresh bowls throughout the week.

Tips

• There is no wrong combination. Everything works together.
• Buy everything once and build multiple bowls during the week.
• Store ingredients separately so nothing gets soggy.
• Rotisserie chicken and pre-cut veggies save a lot of time.
• Great for meal prep and busy nights.

Bowl Ideas

• Classic Chicken Bowl: rice, rotisserie chicken, peppers, salsa, guacamole
• Salad Bowl: greens, chicken, corn, beans, pico, avocado
• High-Protein Bowl: rice, steak, beans, cheese, salsa
• Veggie Bowl: rice, beans, roasted vegetables, guacamole
• Low-Carb Bowl: cauliflower rice, chicken, sautéed veggies, salsa