Chicken Burrito Bowls

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By leaving out the carb-heavy tortilla wrap, this chicken burrito bowl is made diabetic-friendly.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on September 19, 2023

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EatingWell Test Kitchen

Prep Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

Yield:

5 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Healthy Aging Soy-Free High-Fiber High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

½ cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 8-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, halved horizontally
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ of a peeled avocado
¼ cup finely snipped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons plain fat-free Greek yogurt
1 to 2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon 3 to 4 tablespoons fat-free milk
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 of a 15-oz. can (3/4 cup) reduced-sodium pinto beans, rinsed and drained
¼ cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (1 oz.)
2 tablespoons roasted and salted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Directions

Cook quinoa with cumin and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and pepper according to package directions.
Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of chicken with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. In a 10-inch nonstick skillet heat oil over medium. Add chicken; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once. Remove and let stand 5 minutes. Cut into strips.
In a small bowl combine avocado, cilantro, yogurt and lime juice until nearly smooth. If desired, thin with milk to reach drizzling consistency.
Divide lettuce among individual bowls. Top with quinoa, tomatoes, beans, chicken, avocado mixture, cheese and pepitas.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

377	Calories
14g	Fat
26g	Carbs
36g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Serving Size 3 ounces chicken, about 1/3 cup quinoa, 3 tablespoons beans, and 1/2 cup lettuce
Calories 377
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 26g	9%
Dietary Fiber 6g	23%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 36g	73%
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Vitamin A 732IU	15%
Vitamin C 9mg	10%
Folate 79mcg	20%
Sodium 512mg	22%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 3mg	18%
Magnesium 125mg	30%
Potassium 890mg	19%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Chicken Burrito Bowls

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