Bootleg Chipotle bowl recipe that I have on repeat
I know pics are kinda uggo but the taste is *chefs kiss*
Recipe is approximately 430-500 calories and is super filling (about 50g protein, up to 15g fiber). Makes 5 servings
Options can be switched around but calories match the following:
Chicken:
2lbs chicken thighs marinated in mojo criollo or other marinade of choice
- Marinade for 1 hour at least, then pat dry and season with any dry seasoning you'd like (I typically do powdered chili and Julio's seasoning) any sort of Mexican food adjacent seasoning mixes will do, but watch for salt content!
- Pan fry in a hot pan with a small splash of oil. I like to get a sear on the chicken with a pan and then finish in the oven with the fajita veggies.
- Of course if you have a grill, that will always taste best
Fajita Veggies:
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1/2 red onion
Salt/seasonings of choice to taste
- preheat oven to 400f
cut peppers and onion into thin, vertical strips
- for easier cleanup, lay parchment paper onto sheet tray
-place peppers and onions on pan and coat with a bit of oil (i just use whatever is left from the chicken pan bc im cheap)
- for seasoning, I'll usually use salt, Cumin seed, garlic powder, and salsa Macha (can be subbed for chili powder) as per the chicken any sort of seasoning can be used, but once again be warned not to add salt if your seasoning has salt in it!
- cook for 6-8 minutes, toss veggies and remove chicken if finishing in oven
- set oven to broil for another 3-5 min to get them crispy lookin
Bean and Corn Salsa
1/2 red onion diced finely
1 bag frozen corn kernels cooked per package directions
1 can black beans (rinsed)
1 Lime (juiced)
Cilantro chopped (if you can tolerate it)
Teeny tiny splash of red wine vinegar (optional)
Tajin (optional)
Small drizzle of nice olive oil (optional
- mix all ingredients well in a bowl taste and adjust if needed. Chill overnight for better flavor
Assembly
I usually pair these ingredients with a base of romaine lettuce (lower calorie) or brown rice with cilantro (yummy)
My bowl will also aaaalways include 5% fat fage greek yogurt or cottage cheese (I know) to sub for sour cream.
I also will add about a tablespoon of reduced fat Mexican cheese
Guac is also solid with these bowls but I was too lazy to make it this week (not included in my calorie approx.)
my first time posting a recipe 🙏 may you be full of healthier at home chipotle