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Healthy Low-Carb Chipotle Bowl Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board & knife – For chopping veggies, slicing chicken, and prepping ingredients
  • Large skillet or grill pan – To cook the chicken and sauté cauliflower rice
  • Spatula or tongs – For flipping and stirring while cooking
  • Mixing bowl (optional) – To toss ingredients or season chicken before cooking
  • Serving bowls – To assemble and enjoy your chipotle-style bowls
  • Measuring cups & spoons – To keep portion sizes on point

Ingredients
  

  • For the Bowl:
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cooked cauliflower rice
  • 1/2 cup black beans optional for slightly higher carbs
  • 1 cup grilled chicken breast sliced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onions
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes or salsa
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • Optional Add-Ins:
  • Jalapeños
  • Lime wedges
  • Chipotle hot sauce
  • Diced bell peppers or grilled zucchini

Instructions
 

  • Sauté cauliflower rice in a pan with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper for 3–5 minutes until tender.
  • Grill the protein
  • Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or cook in a skillet until browned and cooked through. Slice into strips.
  • Assemble the bowl
  • In each bowl, layer lettuce and cauliflower rice as the base. Top with chicken, black beans (optional), avocado, cheese, red onions, and salsa.
  • Finish with toppings
  • Add sour cream or Greek yogurt, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Add hot sauce if you like extra spice!

Notes

Servings: 2 | Calories per serving: ~400 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins